Live Marine Weather – Campbell River
Real-time wind, waves, and weather conditions for planning your fishing charter
Interactive Weather Map
Explore real-time wind patterns, wave heights, precipitation, and more. Use the menu to switch between weather layers.
How to Use the Weather Map
Change Layers
Click the menu icon (bottom-right) to switch between Wind, Waves, Rain, Temperature, and more.
Time Forecast
Use the timeline at the bottom to see forecasts up to 10 days ahead.
Click Anywhere
Click any location on the map to see detailed weather data for that spot.
Zoom & Pan
Scroll to zoom, drag to pan. Explore Discovery Passage and beyond!
Key Weather Layers for Fishing
Wind
Check wind speed and direction. Ideal fishing conditions are 0-15 km/h winds.
Waves
Wave height and period. Under 1m is excellent for fishing comfort.
Rain
Precipitation forecast. Light rain doesn't stop salmon fishing!
Temperature
Air and sea surface temps. Dress in layers for BC coastal weather!
Ideal Fishing Conditions
- Wind under 20 km/h — Calm seas for comfortable fishing
- Waves under 1 meter — Smooth trolling conditions
- Overcast or light drizzle — Often better fishing than sunny days
- Tidal exchange periods — Check our tide charts
Weather Considerations
- High winds (30+ km/h) — We may reschedule for safety
- Lightning forecasts — Safety first on the water
- Fog conditions — We have radar, but visibility matters
- Seymour Narrows currents — Check tides before fishing there
What to Wear & Bring
Sunny Days
- • Sunglasses (polarized best)
- • Hat or cap
- • Sunscreen SPF 30+
- • Light layers
Overcast/Rain
- • Waterproof jacket
- • Warm fleece layer
- • Rain pants optional
- • Non-slip footwear
Always Bring
- • Motion sickness meds (if needed)
- • Snacks & water
- • Camera
- • BC Tidal Fishing License
More Weather Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
How does fish weather affect salmon fishing in Campbell River?
"Fish weather" refers to the atmospheric and tidal conditions that tend to put salmon in a feeding mood. In Campbell River, overcast skies with light winds, a falling barometer, and strong tidal movement often produce the best action for Chinook salmon. Bright, high-pressure days can push fish deeper and slow surface activity. Incoming tides around the Discovery Passage narrows are particularly productive, as they concentrate baitfish and trigger feeding. Checking both the marine forecast and the tide tables together gives you a much clearer picture of what conditions to expect on the water.
