Clear skies and sunny conditions brought the heat on Monday as four Okanagan cities experienced temperature records.
On June 9, Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton, Summerland, Princeton, and Osoyoos all broke records amid the 'early season heat event', as deemed by Environment Canada.
| City | New Record | Previous Record |
| Kelowna | 33.9 | 32.8 (set in 1969) |
| Vernon | 33.4 | 32.2 (set in 1969) |
| Penticton | 34.5 | 33.9 (set in 1969) |
| Summerland | 35.3 | 34.4 (set in 1918) |
| Princeton | 34 | 33.9 (set in 1903) |
| Osoyoos | 37.5 | 35 (set in 1969) |
On Tuesday, June 10, the 'early season heat event' continues across the Okanagan and other parts of B.C. Daytime temperatures could raise to the mid-to-upper 30s, according to Environment Canada. This is due to a ridge of high pressure in the region.
The government weather agency reminds residents to beat the heat with the following tips:
- Keep your house cool;
- Block the sun by closing curtains or blinds;
- Watch for the effects of heat illness: heavy sweating, rash, cramps, fainting, high body temperature and the worsening of some health conditions;
- Fans alone cannot effectively lower core body temperature, especially for older adults;
- Use fans to pull in cooler air from outdoors, but if you or someone you care for is experiencing symptoms of heat illness, find a cooler space.
Temperatures are expected to cool as the week goes on, with a 40 per cent chance of rain across the region.
