Wetaskiwin residents can expect a bright and pleasant Monday to start the week. According to The Weather Network, the city is waking up to mainly sunny skies, with temperatures rising from a cool morning to a comfortable high of 21°C later today.
There are no weather alerts for the Wetaskiwin area, says Environment Canada. The chance of rain sits at just 10 per cent, and no significant rainfall is expected. That makes it a great day for outdoor plans, whether it is gardening, a trip to the park, or just enjoying the long summer daylight.
With a high UV index forecast, people spending time outside should remember sun protection. The sun will be up for more than 16 hours, rising at 5:16 a.m. and setting at 9:59 p.m. Overnight, the temperature will drop to a mild 12°C under mainly clear skies.
This typical early July weather lines up with historical averages for the region. Wetaskiwin normally sees a daytime high around 24°C in July, with a low near 11°C. The city sits at an elevation of 760 metres in central Alberta, about 70 kilometres south of Edmonton, and experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers and cool nights.
This summer in Alberta is shaping up to be warmer than usual, with above-normal temperatures expected especially in early July. Today’s sunny conditions mean residents can make the most of the break from heat before warmer stretches likely return later in the season.
