Residents in Pembroke can expect a shift in the weather this week as a cold snap moves into the region following the mild conditions observed on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
According to Environment Canada, the area will see temperatures drop significantly over the next few days. While the temperature reached 5°C earlier on Sunday, residents should prepare for colder conditions, with wind chill values expected to reach -8°C from Sunday night through Monday morning. There are currently no weather alerts in effect for the community.
The cold pattern is set to continue through Tuesday, April 7, with overnight lows reaching -11°C and daytime highs struggling to climb above freezing, including a forecasted high of -2°C on Tuesday. The week will see a change in pace by Thursday, April 9, when a warming trend is expected to bring temperatures up to a high of 13°C.
While the sudden drop in temperature may be felt acutely, these conditions are typical for this time of year in the Ottawa Valley. Data from The Old Farmer’s Almanac indicates that the average last spring frost in the nearby Renfrew area does not occur until June 3, making freezing temperatures in early April a common occurrence for local gardeners and residents.
Current weather observations for the area are provided by the station at Garrison Petawawa.
