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This is the current conditions weather report for Williams Lake. The report was made 71 minutes ago, at 04:00 UTC. The wind was blowing at a speed of 11.1 kilometers per hour / 7 miles per hour from the north northwest (330°). The temperature was 15°C / 59°F, with a dew-point at 15°C / 59°F. The atmospheric pressure was 1015 hPa / 29.94 inHg. The relative humidity was 55%. The skies were mostly cloudy.

Williams Lake (also known as "Willie's Puddle") is a city in British Columbia, Canada. Located in the Cariboo District, it is the largest urban centre between Kamloops and Prince George. The population is 20,000.

The primary industries in Williams Lake are forestry, logging, milling, mining and ranching.

It is the home town of Rick Hansen.

It is also the home of the famous annual Williams Lake Stampede, which takes place on the Canada Day long weekend.

The Central Cariboo offers a wide range of year round activities for the entire family. Hiking, rafting, fishing, swimming, camping, jetboating, snowmobiling, skiing, and so much more is waiting for you.

Get a taste of the local art scene at a gallery or take a scenic walk through the River Valley Trail. Also leave time to enjoy a great meal at a pub or cafe and browse through one of our unique shops.

Central Cariboo history and culture is nowhere more evident than with our First Nations Communities. Enjoy an annual pow wow or a day at a first nations heritage village just north of Williams Lake.

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