Residents of Blackfalds, Alberta can look forward to a steady warming trend this week, as clear and sunny conditions move into the region. According to Environment Canada, there are no weather alerts currently in effect for the area.
After a cold start to Monday, April 27, 2026, where the temperature at the Lacombe AAFC monitoring station was recorded at -6.9°C with a wind chill of -9, conditions are expected to improve significantly. Morning wind chill values, which reached as low as -14, will moderate by the afternoon as winds shift to the south at speeds up to 20 km/h.
The forecast predicts temperatures will climb from a high of 5°C on Monday to 19°C by Thursday. While today’s high remains below the typical late April average of 14°C, the forecasted temperature for Thursday will rise above the normal range. Residents planning outdoor activities should take note of the high UV index of 6 expected today, which drops to a moderate rating of 5 on Tuesday.
This week of sunshine provides a reprieve after the province experienced what has been described as a false start to spring, with winter weather returning in March and April. While the current clear spell is expected to last through Thursday, clouds are forecasted to return on Friday with a 30% chance of showers.
