Summerside residents can look forward to a stretch of mild and sunny weather this week after starting Monday with chilly temperatures near -2°C. According to Environment Canada, an area of high pressure is moving into the Maritimes, bringing clearer skies and warmer temperatures that will climb well above the historical April average of 7°C.
The forecast from The Weather Network and other local observers shows that today will be sunny with a high of 11°C. Temperatures are expected to rise further on Tuesday, reaching a high of 14°C. Wednesday will see a shift to cloudier conditions with a high of 11°C, followed by a mix of sun and clouds on Thursday with a high of 13°C.
This period of pleasant weather offers a window for residents to enjoy outdoor activities before the rain returns on Friday. As of Monday morning, PEI Storm Chaser reports that there are no weather alerts in effect for the region, and conditions are expected to remain hazard-free throughout this sunny spell.
While the week begins with temperatures typical of a cool spring, the mid-week forecast of 11°C to 14°C is noticeably warmer than the usual April averages, which hover around a high of 7°C and a low of -1°C, as noted by Current Results. Residents should plan to make the most of the sunshine before wetter weather arrives for the weekend.