Dawson Creek, BC residents can look forward to a stretch of sunny, seasonal weather before a rainy pattern settles in for the weekend. According to Environment Canada, Thursday will be sunny with a high of 22°C and Friday will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23°C, typical for late July.
Wednesday is expected to be mainly sunny with a high of 20°C, giving people even more time to enjoy outdoor activities before the wet weather arrives. The dry spell is a chance to get outside after a cloudy start to the week that saw temperatures hovering around 14°C on Tuesday morning at the Dawson Creek Airport.
By Saturday, August 1, conditions change as periods of rain move in and the high drops to 19°C. The rain continues into Sunday, August 2, with a high of just 16°C and a 60 percent chance of showers overnight. That is a noticeable 7°C drop from Friday’s warmth, though forecasters say it is not unusual for the Peace Region.
The City of Dawson Creek notes that July normally sees a high of 22°C and about 310 hours of bright sunshine. This week’s forecast lines up with those averages, giving residents a brief taste of classic summer before the rain returns.
No weather alerts are in effect for the area. Anyone planning to spend time outside mid-week is encouraged to take advantage of the sun, as the skies will remain unsettled through the weekend.
