Brandon, Manitoba is looking at a warm and mostly sunny stretch of weather for the rest of the week, after a cloudy and damp start on Wednesday. Residents can expect the nicest conditions from Friday through the weekend, though ongoing flood concerns along the Assiniboine River mean caution is still needed near waterways.
On Wednesday afternoon, light rain showers were falling at Brandon Airport with a temperature around 20.5°C, according to Environment Canada. The day will stay mainly cloudy with a 60 percent chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorm, along with a west wind at 30 km/h. The high is expected to reach 24°C, with a humidex of 26.
Thursday is shaping up to be the warmest day of the week. Environment Canada calls for sunny skies and a high of 29°C, with a humidex of 31. Clouds are expected to build in the afternoon, bringing a 60 percent chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorm late in the afternoon. Wind will be from the southwest at 30 km/h.
From Friday through Sunday, the forecast calls for sunny skies and highs of 25°C each day. Monday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23°C. The nice weather lines up well with the August normals for Brandon, which typically sees highs around 26°C and lows near 13°C.
However, residents should still keep an eye on the Assiniboine River. Two active alerts remain in place from the Manitoba Emergency Management Organization: a high water level alert issued August 4 and a flood alert from July 31. Water levels are above channel capacity from Shellmouth Dam to Brandon, leading to minor to major flooding in some areas. People are being asked to be careful near waterways and avoid any flooded areas.
For those planning outdoor activities, Friday through Sunday offer the best bet for sunshine. If you have plans on Wednesday, keep an eye on the sky, and no matter which day you head out, steer clear of the swollen river.
