Watson Lake, Yukon, is in for a damp stretch through mid-week before skies begin clearing and sunny weather takes over for the weekend, according to Environment Canada and The Weather Network. The town of about 1,100 residents can expect mild temperatures in the high teens to low 20s, but anyone with outdoor plans mid-week should keep rain gear handy.
Light rain was already falling at Watson Lake Airport on the morning of June 15, with the temperature hovering around 13°C and humidity at 88%. Environment Canada warns there is a risk of thunderstorms late in the afternoon. The chance of showers continues Tuesday at 40% and ramps back up to 60% on Wednesday.
The wettest day of the week may be Wednesday or Thursday, depending on the forecast source. The Weather Network calls for a 70% probability of rain on Thursday with 10 to 15 millimetres expected and a risk of thunderstorms, while Environment Canada shows Thursday as a mix of sun and cloud. Either way, residents should be prepared for sudden downpours through mid-week. Despite the wet weather, no alerts are in effect for the Watson Lake area.
The pattern shifts by Friday, when a mix of sun and cloud moves in and temperatures climb to around 21°C. The weekend looks even better, with mainly sunny skies both Saturday and Sunday and highs near 20°C. The sunshine is expected to stick around into the following week, giving locals a chance to dry out and enjoy the long June daylight hours.
June is typically one of the rainier months in Watson Lake, averaging about 54 millimetres of rainfall over 12 days. Daytime highs usually reach 19°C, so the coming weekend’s sunshine and temperatures in the low 20s will be a welcome break.
