Sandy Bay, Manitoba, is in for an unsettled start to the week, with shower chances on Monday and again later in the week, while temperatures climb into the low 20s, according to Environment Canada. The federal weather office is calling for a 60 percent chance of showers Monday afternoon and evening, along with a risk of thunderstorms.
Monday, June 15, is expected to be the wettest day of the week with the highest chance of rain and the potential for storms. Winds from the north are forecast at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, with a daytime high of 20°C. Environment Canada’s UV index for Monday sits at 7, which is considered high, meaning sunburn is possible without protection.
Looking ahead, conditions should clear on Tuesday with a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 22°C. Wednesday will be mainly sunny and 21°C, while Thursday night could see showers return with a low of 10°C. The shower chance lingers into Friday, with a daytime high of 22°C. By Sunday, June 21, the forecast calls for a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23°C, matching the seasonal norm.
Overnight lows throughout the week will dip to between 7°C and 10°C, so residents can expect mild evenings. Environment Canada’s normal high for this time of year is 23°C, with a normal low of 10°C. With sunrise at 5:22 a.m. and sunset at 9:48 p.m., there will be plenty of daylight for outdoor activities when the weather cooperates.
Thunderstorms are a common summer occurrence on the Manitoba prairies and can bring hail, lightning, strong winds, and heavy rain. The Province of Manitoba advises residents to take shelter immediately if they hear thunder, as lightning can strike even when a storm seems far away.
