Bonnyville residents can expect a mix of wet and sunny weather this week, with rain chances mid-week giving way to clear skies and warm temperatures just in time for the weekend, according to Environment Canada.
As of Wednesday afternoon, the temperature sat at 18.3°C with 64% humidity, observed at the Dupre weather station. Today sees a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 22°C and a UV index of 6, which is considered high. But conditions are expected to change overnight, with periods of rain moving in and a risk of thunderstorms after midnight. Winds will pick up, gusting as high as 60 km/h, and the temperature will dip to 9°C.
Thursday will start off wet, with rain ending in the morning. The rest of the day stays mainly cloudy, with a high of only 18°C. Strong northwest winds will continue, gusting to 60 km/h, so anyone heading out should secure loose items and dress for blustery conditions. Thursday night clears up and cools down to 8°C.
The weather takes a turn for the better starting Friday. Sunny skies are in the forecast right through the weekend, with temperatures climbing to 21°C on Friday, 22°C on Saturday, and 23°C on Sunday. That lines up with typical August highs for Bonnyville, which average around 23°C. August is usually the sunniest month of the year, with over 10 hours of daily sunshine on average and the least cloud cover.
Early next week looks pleasant as well. Monday and Tuesday will bring a mix of sun and cloud, with highs of 21°C and 22°C respectively. Overnight lows will hover around 10°C. No weather alerts are currently in effect for the area.
While Alberta has seen an unusually active thunderstorm season this summer, with several tornado and hail events in central and northern regions, Bonnyville’s forecast suggests a quieter pattern settling in. Residents with outdoor weekend plans can look forward to ideal conditions, while those out mid-week should pack layers and rain gear.
