Residents of Morris can look forward to a brief period of warmer weather this week, as a mild spring stretch arrives following a windy weekend. Environment Canada is calling for a daytime high of 14°C on Wednesday, April 15, which sits above the typical seasonal daytime high of 10°C for this time of year.
The warming trend follows a gusty start to the weekend. On Saturday, April 11, conditions are expected to be mainly sunny with winds from the south hitting speeds of 50 km/h and gusts reaching up to 70 km/h. There are currently no weather alerts in effect for the community.
While the mid-week brings a taste of spring, the Weather Network notes that cooler-than-normal temperatures have been the trend for Manitoba through March and April. The upcoming warmth is expected to be short-lived, with cooler conditions returning toward the end of the week.
Beyond the local weather, officials are sharing an encouraging outlook for the spring flooding season. Mayor Scott Crick reported that, following consultations with the province, there is no expectation of significant flooding in the area. The Manitoba government current flood outlook confirms a low flood risk for the tributaries of the Red River, and the Red River Floodway is not expected to be operated under normal weather conditions.
Although the Morris River saw a notable rise over the Easter weekend, it remained safely within its banks. Mayor Crick indicated he does not anticipate the river rising much further, calling the current situation a positive sign for the season.
