Haines Junction, Yukon is in for a change in the weather this week, with light rain early on giving way to sunny skies and mild temperatures by Thursday. According to The Weather Network, residents can expect a wet start to the week before conditions improve.
Tuesday, September 1 will be cloudy with sunny breaks and a high of 12°C, with a 30% chance of showers. Wednesday will be a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 12°C and a slight chance of a shower. But the forecast shows a warming trend starting Thursday, with a sunny high of 13°C and a low of 3°C.
Friday looks even better, with mainly sunny skies and a high of 19°C, which is about 2°C above the late-August seasonal normal of 17°C. Saturday will be a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 18°C, making for a promising weekend for outdoor activities. Sunday is expected to be mainly cloudy with a high of 16°C.
This mild stretch comes at a key time for tourism in the area. Haines Junction is the gateway to Kluane National Park and Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitor services at the park run until September 20, so the warmer weekend could be a final chance for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts to explore the park before services wind down for the season.
Looking ahead, the forecast shows another unsettled period with rain and clouds arriving late next week, so residents may want to make the most of the sunny days while they last.
