WATCH: Full story by Reporter Tanya Cronin

People aren’t hesitating to get out and enjoy this early taste of summer. It’s a scene regularly reserved for the heart of the summer. But for Sharyse Wilson, the sunshine means hitting the waters, for the first time this year. “It’s gorgeous, absolutely beautiful, hope it lasts, Kyaking today, and then after this, mountain biking,” says Wilson.

It may only be March, but unseasonably warm temperatures have taken over Kamloops, making for what could be a record breaking week. Temperatures hitting above 20 degrees this afternoon, the perfect time to bring out the clubs.

“It’s just lovely, too bad we couldn’t do it year round,” says Kamloops Golfer.

“This is a great day isn’t it, this is our 4th or 5th time out this month, they’re good here, they treat us well, the course is in nice shape,” says Kamloops Golfer.

With no snow on the ground, Mount Paul Golf Course is buzzing.             

“As long as the sunshine stays out, we’ll be smoking,” says Dan Latin, Mount Paul Golf Course.
    
Opening in February, it’s been an average start. But, with an industry relying on good weather, the sun shining bright so early in the season, means business is booming. The course is well on its way to beating last spring’s near record numbers. 

“Last year was our best spring in a long time so hopefully we can keep this rolling right through the season,” says Latin.    

With temperatures in the low twenties, in their shorts and t-shirts, or maybe no shirts at all, everywhere you look, Kamloops residents are soaking up the sun.

 

 

For Cody Kerr and his dog Remington, the hot weather means more time spent outdoors.  

“I’m enjoying this nice weather, going to go dirt biking today, hopefully the snow’s a little more melted, it’ll be really nice,” says Kerr.

Temperatures are sitting 6 to 8 degrees above normal, and it’s all thanks to a ridge of high pressure that has settled over the province. The mercury is expected to climb even higher in the coming days, parks and beaches will continue to be packed, people taking advantage, and relishing in the unusual spring heat.