There is no ice forecast issued for this area.

Warnings (In effect)

Gale warning in effect

Explorer - northwestern half

Issued 05:36 AM PST 04 February 2026

'Gale' force winds of 34 to 47 knots are occurring or expected to occur in this marine area. Watch for updated statements. Please refer to the latest marine forecasts for further details and continue to monitor the situation through Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.

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Technical Marine Synopsis

Issued 4:00 AM PST 4 February 2026 Today Tonight and Thursday At 4:00 a.m. PST today warm front located from Haida Gwaii to
Explorer.
By 1:00 p.m. PST today weakening warm front located over the
North Coast.

At 1:00 p.m. PST today cold front located on a line
northeast-southwest over Haida Gwaii.
By 10:00 p.m. PST tonight weakening cold front located on a line
northeast-southwest over the Central Coast.

At 4:00 a.m. PST today ridge located on a line northwest-southeast
over Vancouver Island.
By 10:00 p.m. PST tonight building ridge located on a line
northwest-southeast over Vancouver Island.

At 10:00 p.m. PST tonight warm front located on a line
northeast-southwest over northern Vancouver Island.
By 4:00 p.m. PST Thursday warm front located over the northern
North Coast.

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Marine Weather Statement

Issued 3:49 AM PST 4 February 2026 A warm front will move northward into the central and northern waters
this morning, weakening later in the day. Gale to storm force
southerly winds will persist today and gradually ease through
Wednesday night.