Lethbridge, Alberta, is enjoying a sunny and warm start to the week, but Environment Canada says residents should get their outdoor activities in early before wet weather settles in on Tuesday. Monday brings sunny skies with a high of 22°C and winds gusting up to 50 km/h from the west, making it a perfect day for the park or patio.
By Tuesday, June 9, the pattern shifts to unsettled conditions with cloudy skies and a 40 percent chance of afternoon thunderstorms, according to The Weather Network. Daytime temperatures will reach around 20°C before dropping to a low of 8°C overnight, with the 40 percent chance of showers arriving overnight.
Wednesday is expected to be the wettest day of the week, with 10 to 15 millimetres of rain and a 90 percent probability of precipitation. Thunderstorms remain a risk into the afternoon and temperatures will hover near 15°C. Showers taper off Wednesday night, with clearing expected through Thursday and a high of 22°C by Thursday afternoon.
The end of the week stays cool and damp, with a mix of sun and cloud on Friday and a 30 percent chance of showers and a high of just 17°C. The weekend is shaping up to be more settled, offering a return to partly sunny skies and seasonal temperatures.
No weather alerts are in effect for the Lethbridge area, and conditions this week are typical for early June, historically the city’s wettest month. Residents are reminded to use sun protection Monday when the UV index reaches 7, or high, and to secure any loose outdoor items ahead of Tuesday’s gusty winds.
