Dawson City is seeing a mix of sun and cloud today with a chance of showers and thunderstorms before a wetter and cooler pattern settles in for the rest of the week, according to Environment Canada.
The forecast for Monday, July 13 calls for a high of 24°C with a humidex of 26 and a 40 percent chance of showers. Winds from the southwest at 20 km/h, and the UV index is expected to reach 4, which is considered moderate. As of late morning, light rain was falling at Dawson Airport with a temperature of 13.8°C.
Conditions are set to cool and turn cloudier starting Wednesday, when periods of rain and a high of 20°C are forecast. Thursday will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 19°C, followed by a 30 percent chance of showers on Friday and a 60 percent chance on Saturday as temperatures dip to 16°C.
The shifting weather comes as the region enjoys over 19 hours of daylight during the final days of the Midnight Sun period, with sunrise at 4:27 a.m. and sunset at 12:19 a.m. on Monday. Residents looking to take advantage of the warmth and extended daylight may want to plan outdoor activities early in the week.
This weekend also marks the start of the Dawson City Music Festival, which runs from July 17 to 19. While temperatures are expected to be below seasonal norms, organizers and attendees should be ready for occasional showers during the festival.
No weather alerts are in effect for the area.
