Good Friday to you, Squamish.
Today is a good day for folks who like it dark, chilly and rainy.
Environment Canada says today we will see between 15 to 25 mm of rain.
Squamish meteorologist Jason Ross says this is from a frontal system moving through the south coast this morning, bringing rain, wind, and alpine snow. Then, that will turn to scattered showers this afternoon as the front passes.
Tonight will be partly cloudy, with fog patches developing before morning.
We will see a high of 13 C and a low down to 9 C overnight.
Looking ahead
Ross says that high pressure will build over our region this evening and Saturday, resulting in drier conditions and warmer temperatures.
The high pressure will weaken on Sunday, with another front bringing more rain early next week.
Salt shed on the move
The District of Squamish has announced the temporary relocation of a salt shed from 39909 Government Road to the Brennan Park overflow-campground.
The move is due to the building of the new public works facility at the Public Works Yard.
The change will get underway next week.
The municipal campground will continue to operate only for events.
The temporary location will be used for about three years during the construction of the new public works facility.
"District staff explored several sites for the temporary relocation, and the Brennan Park overflow campground was determined to be most suitable based on location, site readiness, access and public safety," reads a public release about the move.
"The site will be paved in order to accommodate the footprint of the salt shed and will be resurfaced once the shed is removed. "
That work will last until the end of October.
During construction, the District says folks can expect the following impacts to the area;
During construction:
- Increased truck traffic and heavy equipment (excavators and crane)
- Soil removal and paving work
- No lane closures are anticipated
- Corridor Trail will not be impacted
- Trail users are asked to use extra caution and be mindful of trucks turning into the work site
- Construction noise
When winter weather hits:
- When we get heavy amounts of snow, locals in the area can expect to see increased traffic, with trucks entering and exiting the site on a daily 24/7 basis
- Increased truck noise (truck safety backup beepers)
Depot open!
The new Squamish DOX recycle depot is finally open.
The Recycle BC Recycling Depot opened Sept. 26 at 40446 Government Road.
It is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Spit Road closure
The Squamish Training Berm (Spit Road), is now closed until Nov. 15, as Squamish River Watershed Society (SRWS) crews install a third large fish-friendly box culvert.
"This feature will replace the current undersized culvert, which will improve fish access and allow freshwater to transfer into the central estuary channel from the Squamish River," reads a SRWS post.
The work is part of the Central Estuary Restoration Project.
Sunrise & sunset
Sunrise on Oct. 4 was at 7:18 a.m. Sunset today will be at 6:43 p.m.
Moon phase
The moon is in its new moon phase.
"When the moon is at its new phase it is positioned between the sun and the Earth and appears in close proximity to where the sun is in our sky. So a new moon appears to rise and set with the sun and is invisible because sunlight is falling on that part of the moon that is turned away from us," reads space.com.
The moon's illumination is currently 3.27%, meaning that is the percentage of the moon illuminated by the sun.
The moon is currently located in the constellation of Pisces, according to phasesmoon.com.
It is 403,832.73 km from Earth.
Moonrise was at 8:26 a.m.; moonset is at 7:10 p.m.
Tides
The next low tide today is at 1:13 p.m. (height: 2.67 metres); the next high tide today is at 6:48 p.m. (height: 4.24 m), according to tides.today.
Seawater temp
The water temperature in Howe Sound today is 12.9 C. Based on historical data over a period of 10 years, the warmest water on this day in Howe Sound was recorded in 2020 and was 14.9 C, and the coldest was recorded in 2007 at 11.7 C, according to seatemperature.info.
The Seawater temperature in Howe Sound is expected to drop to 11.6 C in the next 10 days.
October average water temperature in Howe Sound is 11.6 C, the minimum temperature is 9.1 C, and the maximum is 15.5 C.
The sea salinity in Howe Sound is 27.32‰, while the average salinity of the World Ocean is 35‰.
The ‰ symbol, different from the % symbol, is per mille and indicates parts per thousand.
One per-mille is equal to 1/1000 fraction: 1‰ = 1/1000 = 0.001.
Events to note
There's always something going on in this town. Here are some events that stand out to us:
•Tonight, check out Gaslighter: Songs of the Dixie Chicks at Trickster's Hideout, located at 38005 Cleveland Avenue, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
"Gaslighter doesn’t just capture the sound of The Chicks—they embody their attitude and energy, delivering soaring harmonies and masterful musicianship," reads the listing.
•On Oct. 5, you can catch Youngsta // S2S Collective + Tofino Tea Party Collab at Trickster's, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
"Youngsta should need very little introduction by now. One of the figureheads of dubstep since the very beginning, long-running resident at scene-defining club night," reads the listing.
•Also on Oct. 5, Flagship Romance plays as part of the Lions Bay House Concerts from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Lions Bay. You will find out exactly where when you get tickets.
"Flagship Romance is an unforgettable alternative folk duo known for their breathtaking vocal harmonies, inspired songwriting, dynamic live show, and a remarkable on and off-stage chemistry that will leave you with the feeling that you made two new best friends," 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."
Highway 99 issues to note
There are no major road works to note today!
Gas prices
The cheapest regular gas in Squamish is going for 168.9 cents per litre today at the Squamish Valley Gas Bar, at 9001 Valley Dr, and also at Petro-Canada at 41409 Government Rd.
In Whistler, you can fill up for 169.9/L at most stations.
In Pemby, petrol is going for 168.9/L at AC Gas, at 7432 Prospect St.
According to GasBuddy, the least expensive gas today in B.C. is in Mission, where you can fill up for 141.9/L, at the Canco located at 33888 Dewdney Trunk Rd.
