Neepawa residents can look forward to clearing skies and rising temperatures this week, according to Environment Canada. Monday brings a mix of sun and cloud with a 30 percent chance of showers and a risk of a thunderstorm, with a high of 22°C. Mainly sunny conditions are expected from Tuesday onward, though Wednesday will bring a mix of sun and cloud.
As of noon Monday, the Carberry monitoring station recorded 20°C with rising pressure and no weather alerts in effect for the area. Winds from the northeast at 10 km/h were expected to shift to northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h later in the day.
By Tuesday, skies are forecast to be mainly sunny with a high of 24°C. The warming trend continues through the week, peaking Thursday with sunny skies and a high of 28°C. These temperatures are at or slightly above the normal August high of 24°C for the region.
Residents planning outdoor activities can expect ideal conditions as the week progresses, with the UV index reaching 6 or high on Monday and Tuesday.