Churchill, Manitoba is in for a week of changing weather, with rain to start and sunny skies by midweek, according to Environment Canada. The forecast shows temperatures will swing from a cool 13°C early in the week to a milder 19°C on Sunday, August 23.
As of noon on Monday, August 17, Churchill Airport reported cloudy conditions at 10.4°C with northwest winds gusting to 46 km/h. Rain is expected to continue through Monday with about 5 mm falling and northwesterly winds gusting up to 60 km/h. The high will reach only 13°C.
Tuesday, August 18, will remain cloudy with a 60 percent chance of showers and another high of 13°C. But skies will clear starting Wednesday, August 19, with sunny conditions and highs climbing to 14°C on Wednesday, 17°C on Thursday, and 16°C on Friday.
The weekend forecast offers more mixed conditions. Saturday, August 22, is expected to bring a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 15°C. Sunday, August 23, looks to be the warmest day of the week at 19°C under partly sunny skies.
Environment Canada has not issued any weather alerts for Churchill. While parts of central and northern Manitoba, including Island Lake and Oxford House, have a risk of thunderstorms this week, the official forecast for Churchill does not include thunderstorm activity.
Historically, August is Churchill’s wettest month, with average highs around 16°C. This week’s forecast is in line with those seasonal norms. Residents planning outdoor activities should check the Environment Canada forecast for updates, especially early in the week when gusty winds and rain are expected.
