Residents of Behchokǫ̀, Northwest Territories, can look forward to a week of mild and sunny weather ideal for outdoor activities, according to Environment Canada. The forecast calls for clear skies and daytime highs reaching the low to mid-20s through Sunday, with no rain in sight.
As of Monday afternoon, the temperature hit 23°C, with winds from the east-southeast at 20 km/h gusting to 34 km/h and humidity at 23 percent. Conditions are expected to stay bright, with a mix of sun and cloud later in the day and a high of 25°C. Overnight lows will settle between 9°C and 13°C for the week.
No weather alerts are in effect for the community. The long subarctic days offer nearly 20 hours of daylight, with sunrise at 3:41 a.m. and sunset at 11:49 p.m., giving residents ample time to enjoy the warm spell.
Environment Canada notes a UV index of 6, or high, on Monday, dropping to a moderate 5 on Tuesday. People spending time outside should wear sunscreen and protect themselves from the sun. The forecast highs are warmer than the usual June average of 19°C for the region.
Behchokǫ̀, the largest Dene community in the territory and home to the Tłı̨chǫ Government, sits about 110 kilometres northwest of Yellowknife. Daytime temperatures are expected to hover around 21°C to 23°C from Tuesday through Sunday, with a mix of sun and cloud toward the end of the week.
