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YELLOW WARNING - AIR QUALITY

Impact Level: Moderate

Forecast Confidence: High


Wildfire smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility this weekend. Air quality and visibility due to wildfire smoke can fluctuate over short distances and can vary considerably from hour to hour. Air quality is forecast to improve tonight as westerly winds blow smoke out of the territory. People more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms. Check in on others who are in your care or live nearby who may be more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke. Always follow guidance from local authorities. Learn more at canada.ca/wildfire-smoke. Visit airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. Issued by Environment Canada and the Government of Yukon

In effect for:

  • Whitehorse

Current ConditionsObserved at: Whitehorse Airport

Mainly Clear

Mainly Clear

10°C

Wind:
SSE 15 km/h
More details
Temperature:
10.2°C
Pressure:
101.6 kPa
Dew point:
5.1°C
Visibility:
24 km
Humidity:
71%
Date:
Observed at:
Whitehorse Airport

ForecastForecast issued:

YELLOW WARNING - AIR QUALITY

Impact Level: Moderate

Forecast Confidence: High


Wildfire smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility this weekend. Air quality and visibility due to wildfire smoke can fluctuate over short distances and can vary considerably from hour to hour. Air quality is forecast to improve tonight as westerly winds blow smoke out of the territory. People more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms. Check in on others who are in your care or live nearby who may be more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke. Always follow guidance from local authorities. Learn more at canada.ca/wildfire-smoke. Visit airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. Issued by Environment Canada and the Government of Yukon

In effect for:

  • Whitehorse

Detailed ForecastForecast issued:

Mainly sunny
Mon, 13 Jul
20°C
Mainly sunny. High 20. UV index 5 or moderate.
Night: A few clouds. Low 9.
Sunny
Tue, 14 Jul
21°C
Sunny. High 21.
Night: Clear. Low 14.
A mix of sun and cloud
Wed, 15 Jul
20°C
A mix of sun and cloud. High 20.
Night: Cloudy periods. Low 8.
A mix of sun and cloud
Thu, 16 Jul
22°C
A mix of sun and cloud. High 22.
Night: Cloudy periods. Low 8.
Cloudy
Fri, 17 Jul
23°C
Cloudy. High 23.
Night: Cloudy periods. Low 7.
A mix of sun and cloud
Sat, 18 Jul
22°C
A mix of sun and cloud. High 22.
Normals:
Max21°C.Min8°C.
Sunrise:
4:53 MST
Sunset:
23:18 MST

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