Vancouver Warmup: Spring Ahead

0:00It's April 8th. This is Vancouver News today, your AI-powered local news. Metro Vancouver's shaking off that recent wind storm with temperatures on the rise. We're talking seasonal averages right now. Hies around 13 degrees Celsius and lows near 5. But Wednesday brings bright sun and gusty winds. Up to 20 kilometers per hour morning through evening. Thursday kicks off the warm-up as high pressure rolls in, pushing coastal highs to 16 degrees and inland spots to 20. Gusts linger overnight into Thursday morning, but that ridge keeps things steady and sunny. These above average temps stick around through Friday, giving us a nice stretch of dry heat before a system slides in overnight. Folks can expect a break from the usual chill, perfect for getting outside after the stormy vibes. Rain hits Friday night into Saturday, cooling things back towards seasonal norms with showers and mixed sun and clouds over the weekend. Superintendent Canada meteorologist Matt Looney says the bigger picture points to a warmer,

1:03drier spring ahead, transitioning strong from mid-April right through May and June.