Residents of Stratford can enjoy a brief stretch of warm, sunny weather this Thursday, April 23, 2026, before more typical spring conditions return for the weekend. According to Environment Canada, today’s temperatures are expected to reach a high of 20°C, which is 7°C warmer than the usual seasonal average of 13°C.
This period of clear skies will be short-lived, as the forecast points to a shift toward cooler, wetter weather beginning Friday night. Saturday will see a noticeable drop in temperature with a high of only 8°C and a 60 percent chance of rain. While conditions will be cooler, there are currently no weather alerts in effect for the Stratford area.
Local ground conditions remain near saturated following recent rainfall, leading the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority to monitor water levels closely. To help manage these levels and reduce the risk of flooding in the watershed, the agency is actively operating its flood control reservoirs located at Fanshawe, Wildwood, and Pittock.
The changing weather reflects a broader trend for the region this spring. According to The Weather Network, Ontario is expecting near normal or above-normal precipitation throughout the month of April, with temperatures continuing to fluctuate between mild spells and colder periods.
Stratford is situated within the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority watershed, an area that historically experiences significant rainfall during the spring months. Residents are encouraged to stay updated on local conditions as the weather transitions over the coming days.
