Best Days to Book

Live marine weather forecasts for Denman & Hornby Islands. We track the conditions so you get the best experience on the water.

What's Happening Right Now

🎣 Fishing This Month

  • Coho salmon peak
  • Spring salmon
  • Pink salmon (odd years)

🐋 Wildlife & Sightseeing

  • Humpback whales feeding
  • Bigg's orcas
  • Southern Resident orcas
  • Chrome Island lighthouse
  • Warm waters
  • Great Blue Herons

16-Day Forecast

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Friday
August 7
Overcast
🌡️ 26° / 13°C
💨 14 km/h (gusts 24)
🌊 0.2m waves
🎣 Fishing: Great (70) 🐋 Sightseeing: Good (65)

Captain Pat: Light winds but gusts could make it a bit bumpy near Chrome Island.

Good conditions for Coho, Spring salmon, and Pink salmon fishing, with light winds and calm seas. Overcast skies are ideal for fishing activity near the surface.

Decent day for sightseeing with humpback whales and orcas in the area, though gusts up to 24 km/h may make the ride slightly choppy.

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Tuesday
August 11
Clear sky
🌡️ 26° / 14°C
💨 10 km/h
🌊 0.1m waves
🎣 Fishing: Excellent (85) 🐋 Sightseeing: Excellent (90)

Captain Pat: Clear skies and smooth seas — ideal for guests.

Perfect conditions for salmon fishing with clear skies and calm seas. Coho, Spring salmon, and Pink salmon are active.

Outstanding day for sightseeing with clear skies, calm waters, and abundant wildlife near Chrome Island and Norris Rocks.

Wednesday
August 12
Partly cloudy
🌡️ 26° / 15°C
💨 10 km/h
🌊 0.2m waves
🎣 Fishing: Great (80) 🐋 Sightseeing: Excellent (85)

Captain Pat: Light winds and calm seas make for a pleasant day.

Very good fishing conditions with light winds and partly cloudy skies. Salmon activity should be consistent.

Excellent day for sightseeing with calm seas and active wildlife. Chrome Island and humpback whales are highlights.

Thursday
August 13
Partly cloudy
🌡️ 30° / 13°C
💨 9 km/h
🌊 0.3m waves
🎣 Fishing: Great (75) 🐋 Sightseeing: Great (80)

Captain Pat: Warm and calm — good conditions overall.

Good fishing conditions with light winds and warm temperatures. Salmon fishing should be productive.

Great day for sightseeing with calm seas and clear skies. Wildlife and landmarks like Chrome Island will be easy to enjoy.

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Saturday
August 15
Clear sky
🌡️ 28° / 15°C
💨 9 km/h
🎣 Fishing: Excellent (85) 🐋 Sightseeing: Excellent (90)

Captain Pat: Clear skies and calm seas — ideal for all activities.

Outstanding day for fishing with calm seas and clear skies. Salmon activity should be strong.

Perfect sightseeing conditions with clear skies and smooth waters. Wildlife sightings and photography will be excellent.

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Sunday
August 16
Overcast
🌡️ 27° / 13°C
💨 8 km/h
🎣 Fishing: Great (80) 🐋 Sightseeing: Excellent (85)

Captain Pat: Light winds and overcast skies make for a comfortable day.

Very good fishing conditions with light winds and overcast skies. Salmon fishing should be consistent.

Excellent day for sightseeing with calm seas and active wildlife like humpbacks and orcas.

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Monday
August 17
Mainly clear
🌡️ 28° / 14°C
💨 9 km/h
🎣 Fishing: Excellent (85) 🐋 Sightseeing: Excellent (90)

Captain Pat: Smooth seas and clear skies make this an ideal day.

Perfect fishing conditions with clear skies and calm seas. Salmon activity should be strong.

Outstanding day for sightseeing with clear skies, calm waters, and abundant wildlife near Chrome Island.

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Tuesday
August 18
Overcast
🌡️ 26° / 14°C
💨 9 km/h
🎣 Fishing: Great (80) 🐋 Sightseeing: Excellent (85)

Captain Pat: Light winds and overcast skies make for smooth sailing.

Very good fishing conditions with light winds and overcast skies. Salmon fishing should be productive.

Excellent day for sightseeing with calm seas and active wildlife like humpbacks and orcas.

Thursday
August 20
Partly cloudy
🌡️ 29° / 17°C
💨 9 km/h
🎣 Fishing: Excellent (85) 🐋 Sightseeing: Excellent (90)

Captain Pat: Smooth seas and clear skies make this an ideal day.

Outstanding fishing conditions with clear skies and calm seas. Salmon activity should be excellent.

Perfect day for sightseeing with clear skies, calm waters, and abundant wildlife near Chrome Island.

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Friday
August 21
Overcast
🌡️ 29° / 16°C
💨 9 km/h
🎣 Fishing: Excellent (85) 🐋 Sightseeing: Excellent (90)

Captain Pat: Ideal conditions for fishing and sightseeing.

Perfect fishing conditions with clear skies and calm seas. Salmon activity should be strong.

Outstanding day for sightseeing with clear skies, calm waters, and abundant wildlife near Norris Rocks.

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Weather forecasts cover the next 16 days. For trips further out, contact Captain Pat directly — he'll check conditions closer to your trip date.

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