Wetaskiwin, Alberta is in for a stretch of warm, sunny weather starting Wednesday, July 29, after a damp and foggy start to the week. Environment Canada says daytime highs will climb through the week, reaching 27°C by Friday under clear skies.
Tuesday morning began with a fog advisory for parts of the county, including areas near Millet and Highway 2, but conditions were expected to clear through the morning. The day will be mainly sunny with a high of 25°C, though there is a 60 per cent chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms this evening.
Wednesday will be sunny with a high of 23°C and an overnight low of 8°C. Thursday warms to 25°C under sunny skies, with some cloudy periods at night and a low of 11°C. Friday will be the warmest day, reaching 27°C with clear overnight skies and a low of 13°C.
The UV index will be high through the sunny stretch, hitting 6 on Wednesday and 7 on Thursday and Friday. Residents planning outdoor activities are reminded to use sun protection. The warm trend continues into Saturday with a high of 25°C, but Sunday brings a shift to cloudy skies, a 60 per cent chance of showers, and a cooler high of 17°C.
The 7-day forecast from Environment Canada aligns with seasonal averages for late July, but offers a pleasant break after the unsettled start to the week.
