Residents in Sherwood Park should prepare for a return of winter weather this week, as Environment Canada is forecasting snow and gusty winds through Thursday, April 16, 2026. The incoming weather system is expected to bring between 4 and 6 centimetres of snow to the area, accompanied by northeast winds gusting up to 40 kilometres per hour.
Daytime highs are forecast to hover near the freezing mark through Thursday, but the wind will make it feel much colder. Wind chill values are expected to drop to between -9 and -13 degrees Celsius through Thursday morning. According to Government of Canada guidelines, spending more than 30 minutes in these conditions without proper protection can increase the risk of frostbite and hypothermia.
Travelers should exercise caution while on the roads during this period. Alberta Transportation recommends that residents stay off the roads unless travel is necessary, reduce speeds, and increase following distances. Drivers are encouraged to check 511 Alberta for the latest road conditions before heading out.
Although the snow facility managed by Strathcona County is already closed for the season, the weather is expected to shift quickly. Conditions are forecast to clear by Friday, bringing sunny skies and a high of 5 degrees Celsius. The warming trend will continue throughout the weekend, with temperatures anticipated to climb to 17 degrees Celsius by Sunday, April 19, 2026.
This fluctuation in weather is consistent with a spring season that has seen colder-than-normal conditions and above-average precipitation across Alberta. While the current forecast does not include any active weather alerts, residents are encouraged to stay updated as conditions change.
