Vernon Air Quality Update

Special air quality statement remains in effect for Vernon

September 4 2025 - Environment Canada says wildfire smoke continues to affect the North Okanagan. A special air quality statement remains in place, with local smoke expected through today and into Friday.

Thursday’s forecast calls for sunshine with smoke and a high of 31°C, feeling like 34 with the humidex. Winds will pick up from the north this afternoon at 20 km/h, gusting to 40.

Overnight, skies will stay clear with smoke lingering, and a low of 15°C.

Friday is expected to bring similar conditions, with sunshine, local smoke, and a high of 32°C.

Environment Canada Particulate Map

s of 7:00 a.m., Vernon reported 16°C with light easterly winds and 62 per cent humidity.