Environment Canada has issued a weather summary for British Columbia, highlighting record-breaking temperatures across the region.
On July 15, 2024, Dawson Creek set a new daily maximum temperature record of 32.7°C, surpassing the previous record of 31.3°C set in 2014. Temperature records in Dawson Creek have been maintained since 1926.
In Vernon, BC, a heat warning is in effect. Current conditions as of 9:00 AM PDT on July 16, 2024, report a temperature of 26°C, with a forecasted high of 36°C. The heatwave is expected to persist throughout the week, with temperatures reaching up to 38°C by Sunday.
The forecast for the next few days includes:
Tuesday, July 16: Sunny, high of 36°C
Wednesday, July 17: Chance of showers, high of 37°C
Thursday, July 18: Sunny, high of 34°C
Friday, July 19: Sunny, high of 36°C
Saturday, July 20: Sunny, high of 37°C
Sunday, July 21: Sunny, high of 38°C
The UV index remains very high at 8, and residents are advised to take precautions to stay cool and hydrated during this period of extreme heat. The normal high for Vernon at this time of year is 27°C, highlighting the severity of the current heatwave.
Record High Temperatures Across British Columbia
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