Residents of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, are facing a late-winter cold snap as temperatures and wind chills drop well below seasonal averages on March 13, 2026. Environment Canada is warning of significant wind chills that pose a direct risk of frostbite for anyone spending time outdoors.
The weather agency reported that the wind chill reached -31 on Friday morning and is expected to stay around -16 throughout the afternoon. Conditions will remain cold into the night, with the wind chill forecast to dip down to -24 overnight.
The freezing weather is expected to last into the weekend, with a predicted wind chill of -24 on the morning of Saturday, March 14, 2026. By Saturday afternoon, the wind chill will likely remain near -19, which is much colder than the typical March high of 1°C.
Local commuters and residents with outdoor plans are encouraged to dress in warm layers and cover exposed skin to avoid the cold. These temperatures are significantly lower than the usual seasonal low of -9°C for this time of year.
