Red Deer, Alberta can expect a stretch of sunny and warm weather this week after a foggy start on Tuesday. According to Environment Canada, the city will see temperatures climbing well above the late July average for most days, making for ideal outdoor conditions through Friday.
Environment Canada issued a fog advisory early Tuesday morning, warning of near-zero visibility that was expected to clear as the day progressed. By 9:00 a.m., conditions at the Red Deer Regional Airport showed misty skies, a temperature of 14 degrees Celsius, and light winds from the south-southeast.
Tuesday evening carries a slight risk of thunderstorms, with a 30 percent chance of showers. Otherwise, the sun will dominate the forecast. Highs are projected to reach 27 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, drop to 22°C on Wednesday, then climb to 25°C on Thursday and 28°C on Friday. The historical average high for Red Deer this time of year is about 23 degrees Celsius, making this week significantly warmer than normal.
Residents can look forward to long, bright days as well. Sunrise on Tuesday was at 5:50 a.m. and sunset will come at 9:33 p.m., providing over 15 hours of daylight. A cooldown is expected by the weekend, with Sunday’s high dropping to around 18 degrees Celsius, so people are encouraged to enjoy the pleasant weather mid-week while it lasts.
