Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, is in for a damp and humid start to the week, but sunnier skies are on the horizon for the weekend. Environment Canada forecasts showers and drizzle through Thursday before conditions improve, with Saturday shaping up to be the best day for outdoor plans.
As of late Wednesday afternoon, a light rainshower was reported at St. John’s International Airport with a temperature of 16.7°C and humidity at 100 per cent. Tonight, residents can expect cloudy skies, periods of drizzle, and fog patches developing. About 5 mm of rain is possible, with winds gusting up to 50 km/h and an overnight low of 12°C.
Thursday will stay damp with more drizzle or showers, fog patches, and another 2 mm of rain. The high will hover near 13°C, though inland areas may reach 17°C. Winds will remain brisk from the northwest before easing in the afternoon. The UV index will be low at 2.
The clouds stick around Friday with a high of 15°C, but Saturday brings a welcome change: a mix of sun and cloud and a pleasant high of 21°C, making it ideal for barbecues, hiking, or just enjoying some fresh air. The break won’t last long, though. Sunday turns cloudy again with a high of 17°C, and Monday brings a 60 per cent chance of showers and a high of 18°C. By Tuesday, the forecast calls for a return to sun and cloud and another high of 21°C.
No weather alerts are in effect for the area, and the forecast is right in line with typical August norms, which see highs around 21°C and lows near 12°C. Fog is common this time of year as warm, humid air meets the cold Labrador Current, so drivers should use caution during reduced visibility.
