Environment Canada issued a cold weather warning for Dawson City, Yukon, on the morning of March 3, 2026. Frigid air moving into the region is bringing very low temperatures and dangerous wind chill levels to the community.
Air temperatures are dropping to near -45°C with wind chill values reaching -50°C. This weather is much colder than the normal March high of -8°C usually seen in the area.
Residents are warned that frostbite can happen on exposed skin within minutes in these conditions. Officials recommend that people stay covered up and ensure their home heating systems are working properly.
Young children, older adults, and people working outdoors are at the highest risk during this cold snap. The extreme conditions are expected to ease by noon today as more clouds move in and temperatures begin to rise.
