Residents in Waterloo can enjoy a warm and sunny Thursday before the weather turns cooler and wetter heading into the weekend. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, the area is experiencing a pleasant day with temperatures climbing to a high of 19°C.
With a high ultraviolet index of 7 expected today, officials suggest that anyone spending time outdoors should take precautions by wearing sunscreen. While the skies are currently clear as of 10:07 a.m. at the Region of Waterloo International Airport, conditions are expected to change overnight.
Cloud cover will move in this evening, bringing a 40% chance of showers by the overnight period as temperatures drop to 5°C. Friday will see a cooler high of 12°C, with a lingering 40% chance of showers in the morning before skies begin to clear in the afternoon. Residents should also prepare for gusty conditions on Friday, with east winds reaching up to 30 km/h.
