There is no ice forecast issued for this area.

Warnings (In effect)

Gale warning in effect

Hecate Strait - northern half

Issued 9:30 PM PDT 03 October 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.

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Technical Marine Synopsis

Issued 4:00 AM PDT 4 October 2026 Today Tonight and Monday At 4:00 a.m. PDT today weakening ridge located on a line
northeast-southwest over Cape Scott.
By 4:00 p.m. PDT today quasi-stationary ridge located on a line
northeast-southwest over Vancouver Island.

At 4:00 a.m. PDT today weakening frontal system located on a line
north-south over Haida Gwaii.
By 4:00 p.m. PDT today dissipating cold front located on a line
northeast-southwest over the Central Coast.

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Marine Weather Statement

Issued 3:45 AM PDT 4 October 2026 A frontal system over Haida Gwaii will move across Hecate Strait this
morning and then weaken as it continues to move southeastward.

Ahead of the system, southerly gales will develop over the northern
waters. Winds will shift to moderate to strong southwesterlies in the
wake of the system.