Is this weather normal? Track climate trends in your community

Check the Climate Dashboard for updates on wildfire smoke, active fires and air quality across Canada.

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Caption: Check out the CBC News Climate Dashboard at cbc.ca/Climate. (CBC Communications)

Before heading out on your summer adventures there's a few things to consider. Packing snacks, sunscreen and a hat might already be on your checklist, but how do you prepare for unexpected climate conditions?
To help demystify complex weather and climate forecasts, check out the CBC Climate Dashboard(external link).
This interactive website uses real-time and historical data from the Meteorological Service of Canada to help you better understand our changing climate.

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Caption: Woods blackened by the Upper Tantallon wildfire in Nova Scotia are seen on June 28, 2023. (Shane Hennessey/CBC)

Wildfire season

Using data from Natural Resource Canada, the CBC Climate Dashboard tracks active wildfires across Canada. Before heading outside, use the dashboard(external link) to see how wildfire smoke is affecting air quality in your community.

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Caption: A static image of the CBC Climate Dashboard website. Check conditions near you at CBC.ca/Climate. (CBC Communications)

Using the CBC Climate Dashboard

  1. Start by heading to cbc.ca/climate(external link).
  2. Enter the first three digits of your postal code to see conditions near you.
  3. Explore the map but moving your mouse and clicking.