Residents in Summerside are facing a sudden shift to chilly spring weather as a cold snap moves into the region this week. According to Environment Canada, temperatures will remain below seasonal norms through the end of the week, with chances of flurries expected tonight and into the weekend.
Following a warm spell that saw temperatures reach 17°C just four days ago, the area is seeing a significant cooldown. Thursday is expected to reach a high of only 6°C, with a 30 percent chance of showers developing late in the afternoon. Tonight, the temperature is forecast to drop to minus 3°C, with a 60 percent chance of flurries and a wind chill near minus 5.
The cold conditions will persist through Friday, which brings a high of 4°C and north winds up to 20 km/h. Residents should be prepared for chilly mornings, as wind chill values are expected to stay below zero throughout the weekend. Saturday will remain cool with a high of 5°C and a 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers.
Conditions are expected to improve early next week as the weather warms up. Temperatures will climb to 8°C on Sunday and reach 9°C by Monday under sunny skies. While cold snaps and late-season flurries are common in Prince Edward Island during April, residents are encouraged to dress warmly and use caution on the roads during the morning commute while these cooler temperatures continue.
