There is no ice forecast issued for this area.

Warnings (In effect)

Gale warning in effect

Hecate Strait - southern half

Issued 10:30 AM PDT 26 April 2026

'Gale' force winds of 34 to 47 knots are occurring or expected to occur in this marine area. Watch for updated statements. Please refer to the latest marine forecasts for further details and continue to monitor the situation through Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.

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Technical Marine Synopsis

Issued 10:30 AM PDT 26 April 2026 Today Tonight and Monday At 10:30 a.m. PDT today high located west of Bowie.
By 5:00 p.m. PDT Monday high located over western Bowie.

At 10:30 a.m. PDT today quasi-stationary trough located from the
Central Coast to the Lower Mainland.

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Marine Weather Statement

Issued 10:21 AM PDT 26 April 2026 Strong to gale force northerly winds will persist over northern and
central waters through this evening as a ridge of high pressure
remains west of Bowie. Overnight the gales ease to strong northerly.
Marginal gales are forecast to redevelop off the west coast of
Vancouver Island again Monday afternoon.