Residents of Dawson City, Yukon, can look forward to mild weather through the coming weekend, though a noticeable cooling trend is expected to arrive by early next week. According to Environment Canada, while daytime temperatures will reach up to 8°C over the next few days, they are expected to drop significantly by Tuesday.
The forecast shows pleasant conditions to wrap up the week, with high temperatures of 7°C on Friday, 5°C on Saturday, and 8°C on both Sunday and Monday. Those planning to spend time outdoors during the weekend should be prepared for mainly cloudy skies and a 70 percent chance of flurries or rain showers on Saturday morning.
Starting Tuesday, April 21, the weather will shift toward cooler seasonal averages. Daytime highs are forecast to reach only 2°C on Tuesday and 1°C on Wednesday. Overnight temperatures will also drop, with lows dipping to as cold as -8°C by mid-week.
This fluctuation in temperature is common for the region during the spring transition. While current daytime highs are slightly above the typical April average of 9°C, the mid-week dip will bring temperatures below normal for this time of year. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly as the area moves from a mild start to the week into a colder pattern.