Residents in Hay River, Northwest Territories, should prepare for a significant warm-up next week, with daytime temperatures expected to climb well above seasonal norms by May 1, 2026.
According to The Weather Network, a warming trend is set to begin the week of April 28. Temperatures are projected to reach a high of 13°C by Friday, May 1. This forecast marks a noticeable shift from typical late-winter conditions, as climate data shows the average high temperature for April in the community is 3.6°C.
While the incoming warmth may be suitable for outdoor plans, the weather is expected to change shortly after. Forecasts show a shift to cloudier conditions with mixed rain and snow showers beginning the evening of Thursday, April 30. By Saturday, May 2, temperatures are expected to cool back down to a high of 7°C.
Environment Canada notes that the official climate normals for late April in Hay River reach a maximum of 7°C and a minimum of -4°C. As the community on the south shore of Great Slave Lake enters the period when spring breakup typically occurs, residents remain accustomed to the seasonal variability of this time of year.
