Hay River, NT, is set for a stretch of mild and settled weather this week, with daytime highs climbing into the low 20s and plenty of sunshine expected. As of early Sunday, conditions were clear and 14°C, with a forecast high of 19°C and a low of 6°C for the day, according to The Weather Network. No weather alerts are in effect, and the chance of rain today sits at 30 per cent.
The warm trend continues through the week, with Environment Canada’s long-range outlook suggesting highs could reach the low 20s by Thursday. Overnight lows will gradually rise, ranging from about 6°C early in the week to near 12°C by midweek. Winds are light, at just 7 km/h from the northwest, and humidity is moderate at 47 per cent.
The sunny, dry conditions are a welcome start to June, which historically brings warmer weather to Hay River. Climate normals from Environment Canada, compiled by Current Results, show average June highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. The region also sees long daylight hours this time of year, with sunrise at 4:25 a.m. and sunset at 10:58 p.m., offering nearly 18.5 hours of daylight for outdoor activities.
For gardeners, the mild spell is ideal for getting crops in the ground. The average last spring frost in Hay River is around June 11, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, giving residents roughly 89 growing days before the first fall frost in early September. The sunny week ahead offers a good window for planting and yard work.
