Happy Saturday Squamish!
Cram the Cruiser returns to Squamish today to help support the local community in need this Christmas.
On Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., Squamish RCMP will be at the Walmart parking lot at 39210 Discovery Way to collect donations of new unwrapped toys, non-perishable food items, gift cards, and/or money for the good cause.
As of this morning, there are no Environment Canada weather warning in effect for Howe Sound (hooray!)
Squamish meteorologist Jason Ross says rain and wind will continue this weekend but clear skies are on the way.
"A high-pressure ridge will build over northern B.C. on Sunday, with clearing skies and bringing drier conditions into next week. Freezing levels will fluctuate: 1,000 m today, rising to near 1,500 m this evening, and lowering back to near 1,000 m on Saturday and Sunday," Ross said.
Today will be rainy with showers also expected overnight.
We will see a high of 3 C and a low down to -1 C overnight.
Tides
The next high tide today is at 12:18 p.m. (height: 4.7 metres), according to the government's website.
The next low tide will be at 7:36 p.m. (2.7m), and the final high tide will be at 11:45 p.m. (3.1m).
B.C. extremes
Yesterday's hot spot in all of B.C. was Pitt Meadows, which hit 13.6 C, according to Environment Canada data.
(The high in Squamish yesterday was 7.8 C.)
The coldest spot in B.C. on Nov. 22 was Fort Nelson, which dropped to -29.9 C. (Yikes!)
Today's hot spot is set to be Howe Sound-Pam Rocks, which could reach 11.1 C.
The coldest spot is slated to be Fort Nelson, again, which is set to dip to -18.8.
Sunrise & sunset
Sunrise on Nov. 23 was at 7:38 a.m. Sunset today will be at 4:20 p.m.
Moon phase
The moon is in its last quarter (or third quarter) phase.
"Because the Earth, moon, and sun are at a right angle instead of a straight line, and the moon and sun pull in different directions, the third quarter phase has the smallest effect on the ocean’s tides. This lack of tidal bulge is known as a neap tide. In most parts of the world, this phase rises in the middle of the day, setting in the middle of the night," reads the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center site.
The moon's illumination is currently 43.8%.
The moon is currently located in the constellation of Leo, according to phasesmoon.com.
Moonrise is at 12 a.m.; moonset is at 1:36 p.m.
Seawater temp
According to seatemperature.info, the water temperature in Howe Sound today is 9 C.
Based on historical data over a period of 10 years, the warmest water in this day in Howe Sound was recorded in 2016 and was 9.5 C, and the coldest was recorded in 2011 at 7.3 C.
Seawater temperature in Howe Sound is expected to drop to 7.9 C in the next 10 days.
The average water temperature in November in Howe Sound is 8.8 C, the minimum temperature is 7.3 C, and the maximum is 11.2 C.
Winter tires
Don't forget, since Oct. 1, winter tires or chains are required on the Sea to Sky Highway. It is the law.
"On B.C. roads and highways where winter tires are required, passenger vehicles and light trucks need to use tires that have the three-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol or 'M+S' on the sidewall. This applies to two-wheel, all-wheel, and four-wheel drive vehicles. The tires need to be in good condition and have a tread depth of at least 3.5 mm (5/32”)," reads the 4 Road Safety at Work site.
"Designated winter tires are your best option for staying safe in winter conditions. We recommend using a set of four matched winter tires with the three-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol."
The tires must stay on through to March 31. Not having proper winter tires or chains can earn drivers a fine of $121.
Events to note
There's always something going on in this town. Here are some events that caught our eye.
•Today: Put your dancing shoes on for the Latin House Party at Trickster's Hideout, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
"Get ready for a night of Latin vibes! Cacocinero + DJ Frankie V bring the heat at Latin House Night. Doors open at 9 PM, with music from 10 PM – 2 AM. Tickets are $10 online, $15 at the door. Don’t miss out on the reggaeton and Latin house beats," reads the listing.
•Nov. 28 to Dec.14: Check out Squamish at Dusk at 38550 Loggers Lane from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m.
"Enjoy magical evenings of illumination at Squamish at Dusk which brightens Rose Park for 3 weekends from 28 November. Experience immersive environments, light art, and interactive light installations," reads the listing.
There are many more events coming up; go to our online events calendar to see them all! Want a possible shout-out in our daily report? Load your event into our free calendar by clicking "create an event."
Driving issues to note today
•No traffic issues today!
Gas prices
In Squamish, regular gas is going for 168.9 cents per litre at the Petro-Canada, located at 1901 Garibaldi Way.
In Pemberton, petrol is going for 169.9/L at Petro Canada, located at 1440 Portage Rd.
In Whistler, gas is going for 168.9/L at Co-Op, located at 2101 Lake Placid Rd.
According to GasBuddy, one of the least expensive places for gas today in B.C. is Grand Forks, where you can fill up for 149.9/L at the Super Save Gas, located at 2773 Central Ave.
In the Lower Mainland, you can fill up for 155.9/L at the Canco, located at 5393 248 St in Aldergrove.
