Gimli, Manitoba, is in for a warm but unsettled week, with rain chances early on followed by sunny skies. Environment Canada forecasts daytime highs of 22 to 26°C through Sunday, slightly above the seasonal normal of 23°C. Monday afternoon reached 18.4°C with 86% humidity and southerly winds gusting to 27 km/h.
Monday brings a 60% chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms, with a humidex of 34 and a UV index of 6, which is considered high. Residents heading outside should apply sunscreen. Monday night has a 70% chance of thunderstorms and a low of 16°C.
Tuesday remains unsettled with another 60% chance of showers and a continued risk of thunderstorms in the afternoon. The high will be 22°C under a moderate UV index of 4. Tuesday night also carries a 60% chance of showers.
Conditions improve mid-week. Wednesday through Sunday are expected to be sunny with highs ranging from 24 to 26°C, and clear nights. That will offer good opportunities for beachgoers and those enjoying Gimli’s waterfront, although lake temperatures remain near 18°C.
While severe thunderstorm watches are in effect for parts of Southern Manitoba, Gimli is not in the highest-risk zone. The greatest tornado threat is west of Winnipeg, including Winkler, Portage la Prairie, and the Parkland Region. No weather alerts are currently in effect for Gimli itself, according to Environment Canada.
