Residents in Blackfalds are seeing a mix of sun and cloud today, May 5, as the region experiences spring weather. According to Environment Canada, the local area is seeing cool temperatures with a chance of flurries, and no weather alerts are currently in effect.
Looking ahead, spring in Alberta remains unpredictable. Environment Canada meteorologist Terri Lang has noted that local weather this spring has been highly variable, ranging from cold snaps to sudden heat.
Normal temperatures for early May in the region typically reach a high of 16°C and a low of 3°C. With sunrise occurring at 5:57 MDT and sunset at 21:08 MDT, the extended daylight hours remain a feature of the season, even as temperatures fluctuate.