Brace yourselves: the humidity is coming to Burnaby and New Westminster today — and it's going to make things feel pretty darn hot.
The first four days of this week will be sunny, hot and humid in our part of Metro Vancouver, according to the Weather Network's current forecast.
Today, both Burnaby and New West are expected to hit highs of 26 C, but with humidity that's projected to feel more like 30 C in New Westminster and 32 C in Burnaby.
The trend continues through the following three days, with New Westminster hitting 26 C tomorrow (feels like 32 C); 30 C on Wednesday (feels like 36 C) and 27 C on Thursday (feels like 33 C). Burnaby has a similar outlook: 27 C on Tuesday (feels like 33 C); 31 C on Wednesday (feels like 37 C), and 29 C on Thursday (feels like 35 C).
Fortunately, however, the air quality remains good around Metro Vancouver. Metro Vancouver's air quality map shows good readings around Burnaby and New Westminster. Five of Burnaby's six monitoring stations show readings of 2 (low health risk), with Burnaby Mountain reading the lowest possible risk, 1. New Westminster is also currently sitting at a 1.
Remember to keep hydrated, stay cool and minimize your outdoor activity, especially during the hottest part of the day. And continue to keep an eye on those folks who are vulnerable to heat.
How to beat the heat: Some resources for Burnaby, New Westminster residents
- Need health advice? Check out this roundup of heat sense from Fraser Health.
- Looking for a place to cool off? Check out this list of ways to beat the heat in New Westminster.
- Want to get splashed? Check out the City of Burnaby's list of spray parks.
- Want to get swimming? Check out the City of Burnaby's list of outdoor pools.
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