Summer has officially arrived and it’s bringing the heat.
Following a week of sunshine, the lower mainland is being warned of a heat wave this weekend.
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According to Environment Canada, a strong upper ridge of high pressure building over the province will result in a brief heat wave over southwest BC.
Temperatures will peak this weekend with maximums of at least 32 degrees expected away from the water on the South Coast and reaching the mid to high 30s over the southwestern interior.
A few daily record high temperatures will likely be broken with this heat wave. For example, the record high for Abbotsford is 31.4 degrees on Saturday and 32.0 degrees on Sunday.
Temperatures will moderate noticeably on Monday over the South Coast as an onshore flow of cooler, marine air develops. Temperatures in the southwest interior will also peak on Sunday and daytime highs on Monday should be at least couple of degrees cooler.
In addition, Environment Canada also warns potential risks for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.
It’s advised to drink plenty of water and remain hydrated.
For those looking to take advantage of the sunshine, check out our weekend events guide. You can also hit up a rooftop patio, or cool down at one of these waterfalls.
