Residents of Dawson Creek should prepare for a significant shift in weather this week, as Environment Canada forecasts a sharp drop in temperatures alongside incoming rain. After enjoying warmer conditions, the community will see daytime highs fall from 20°C on Wednesday to just 6°C by Friday, May 15, 2026.
This cooling trend is part of a larger weather pattern affecting all of British Columbia, which is expected to bring an end to recent warmer temperatures across the province. According to The Weather Network, the region can anticipate widespread showers and a risk of thunderstorms through the coming days.
For Thursday, residents can expect mainly cloudy skies with a 30 percent chance of showers and a daytime high of 14°C. Conditions are expected to become more unsettled as rain develops overnight, with temperatures dipping to 4°C. Wind gusts will also be a factor on Thursday, increasing to 30 km/h and gusting up to 50 km/h.
By Friday, the daytime high of 6°C will be approximately 10°C below the seasonal average of 16°C for this time of year. Friday night will bring even colder conditions, with temperatures expected to drop to near freezing at 0°C, raising the potential for rain or snow. Given this dramatic change, residents are encouraged to prepare for wet, cooler conditions and consider appropriate clothing for the remainder of the week.
