Weather

Heavy rain has caused unstable ground and overflow in parts of the CRDD. (Black Press Media file photo)

Heavy rain causes overflow and unstable ground for areas of Greater Victoria

CRD asks the public to avoid affected areas until further information is released

Heavy rain has caused unstable ground and overflow in parts of the CRDD. (Black Press Media file photo)
The default weather app on iPhones was showing a tornado in Courtenay on Monday, Jan. 27. Environment Canada assured The Record no such phenomenon occurred. Photo by Jeannie Spencer

Was there a tornado on Vancouver Island Monday?

Suspected phone app glitch gives eerie warning

  • Jan 28, 2020
The default weather app on iPhones was showing a tornado in Courtenay on Monday, Jan. 27. Environment Canada assured The Record no such phenomenon occurred. Photo by Jeannie Spencer
A wet week ahead is being predicted by Environment Canada. (Kendra Crighton/News Staff)

Put away the shovels, week of rain ahead for Greater Victoria

Environment Canada calling for wet weather until Sunday

A wet week ahead is being predicted by Environment Canada. (Kendra Crighton/News Staff)
Soldiers from the 4th Artillery Regiment based at CFB Gagetown clear snow at a residence in St. John’s on Monday, January 20, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan

VIDEO: Soldiers trade rifles for snow shovels to help dig out St. John’s

A state of emergency is set to extend into a fifth day

Soldiers from the 4th Artillery Regiment based at CFB Gagetown clear snow at a residence in St. John’s on Monday, January 20, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan
VicPD is warning drivers to slow down in the snow. (Nicole Crescenzi/News Staff)

VicPD reminds drivers they have legal obligations when it comes to collisions

No spike in 911 calls to Victoria Police due to snow

VicPD is warning drivers to slow down in the snow. (Nicole Crescenzi/News Staff)
More snow, wind and rain is predicted for the next couple of days. (Nicole Crescenzi/News Staff)

Victoria snowfall breaks 49-year-old record; wind warnings in effect

Environment Canada says rain and high winds Wednesday afternoon could cause flooding, other problems

More snow, wind and rain is predicted for the next couple of days. (Nicole Crescenzi/News Staff)
Some grocery stores, such as the Save-On-Foods in Vic West, had trouble stocking their shelves due to the snow. (Nicole Crescenzi/News Staff)

Most Greater Victoria grocery stores back on track after weather delays left shelves empty

Ferry cancellations due to wind and snow left several shops without perishables

Some grocery stores, such as the Save-On-Foods in Vic West, had trouble stocking their shelves due to the snow. (Nicole Crescenzi/News Staff)
There was a mix of sun and clouds on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019. (Sophie Heizer/News Staff)

Spots of slow traffic and a mix of sun and cloud for Greater Victoria on Sunday before Christmas

Christmas shoppers enjoy partially sunny skies

There was a mix of sun and clouds on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019. (Sophie Heizer/News Staff)
The Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General are urging British Columbians to prepare ahead of time for winter storms. (Black Press File Photo)

ICBC, province urge residents to plan ahead for winter weather

Greater Victoria should gear up and have a plan in place

  • Nov 21, 2019
The Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General are urging British Columbians to prepare ahead of time for winter storms. (Black Press File Photo)
A mild winter is expected in Greater Victoria with slightly above normal temperatures and below-average precipitation, according to The Weather Network. (Black Press Media file photo)

A white Christmas not likely for Greater Victoria

Snow could be in the forecast for mid to late January, early February, says meteorologist

A mild winter is expected in Greater Victoria with slightly above normal temperatures and below-average precipitation, according to The Weather Network. (Black Press Media file photo)
Commuters need to watch for ice, frost, and other weather hazards as Greater Victoria moves into winter. (Black Press File Photo)

Warm-up tips for chilly cyclists, walkers this fall and winter

Layer up, watch for ice, and give yourself more time

  • Nov 4, 2019
Commuters need to watch for ice, frost, and other weather hazards as Greater Victoria moves into winter. (Black Press File Photo)
Happy Friday! Today will be cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers in the morning, clearing in the afternoon with a high of 15 C. Overnight will be clear, becoming partly cloudy before morning with a low of 6 C.(Kendra Crighton/News Staff)

Chance of rain ahead for Friday

Plus a look ahead at the weekend

Happy Friday! Today will be cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers in the morning, clearing in the afternoon with a high of 15 C. Overnight will be clear, becoming partly cloudy before morning with a low of 6 C.(Kendra Crighton/News Staff)
Environment Canada issues gale warnings for most of Vancouver Island

Environment Canada issues gale warnings for most of Vancouver Island

Gale warnings in effect for most of Vancouver Island and west coast Mainland

  • Oct 20, 2019
Environment Canada issues gale warnings for most of Vancouver Island
Almost a week of rain will begins Wednesday, with periods of rain expected throughout the day, showers throughout the night and a high of 13 C and a overnight low of 9 C. (Kendra Crighton/News Staff)

Showers ahead for Tuesday, to continue all week

Plus a look ahead at your weekend forecast

Almost a week of rain will begins Wednesday, with periods of rain expected throughout the day, showers throughout the night and a high of 13 C and a overnight low of 9 C. (Kendra Crighton/News Staff)
For Friday the 13th, you can expect a mix of sun and cloud, becoming cloudy near noon with a 40 per cent chance of showers and a high of 18 C. Overnight will be cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers and a low of 14 C. (Matteus O’Connor/News Staff)

Mix of sun and cloud, chance of showers ahead for Friday

Plus a look ahead at your weekend

For Friday the 13th, you can expect a mix of sun and cloud, becoming cloudy near noon with a 40 per cent chance of showers and a high of 18 C. Overnight will be cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers and a low of 14 C. (Matteus O’Connor/News Staff)
Wednesday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23 C. Overnight will see fog patches developing overnight with a low of 12 C. (Pixabay)

Mix of sun and cloud ahead for Wednesday

Plus a look ahead at your week

Wednesday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23 C. Overnight will see fog patches developing overnight with a low of 12 C. (Pixabay)
Monday’s forecast is calling for a mix of sun and cloud, clearing near noon with a high of 21 C and an overnight low of 11 C. (Matteus O’Connor/News Staff)

A mix of sun and cloud ahead for Monday

Plus a look ahead at your week

Monday’s forecast is calling for a mix of sun and cloud, clearing near noon with a high of 21 C and an overnight low of 11 C. (Matteus O’Connor/News Staff)
Thursday’s forecast is calling for a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23 C. Overnight will be partly cloudy with showers beginning near midnight and a risk of thunderstorms before morning, a low of 15 C is expected. (Kendra Crighton/News Staff)

Mix of sun and cloud for Thursday, risk of thunderstorms later on

Plus a look ahead at your weekend

Thursday’s forecast is calling for a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23 C. Overnight will be partly cloudy with showers beginning near midnight and a risk of thunderstorms before morning, a low of 15 C is expected. (Kendra Crighton/News Staff)
Cloudy skies ahead for Wednesday

Cloudy skies ahead for Wednesday

Plus a look ahead at your weekend

Cloudy skies ahead for Wednesday
Tuesday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23 C and an overnight low of 14 C. (Matteus O’Connor/News Staff)

A mix of sun and cloud for Tuesday’s forecast

Plus a look ahead at your week

Tuesday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23 C and an overnight low of 14 C. (Matteus O’Connor/News Staff)