Warm and windy Friday across the Edmonton region
EDMONTON, Alberta – As of this Friday morning, July 19, skies across the Edmonton area are still filled with sunshine, but conditions are expected to shift significantly as the day progresses and especially into the weekend.
Today, we’re looking at another warm and breezy day, with temperatures reaching 25 °C (77 °F) across the region. Winds from the southeast will intensify by midday, with gusts between 30 and 40 km/h expected to persist throughout the afternoon. The sunny start will gradually give way to a mix of sun and cloud by the afternoon.
Thunderstorm potential increases across western Alberta
Later this afternoon and evening, there is a moderate risk of thunderstorms developing over western Alberta, with some of these storms potentially reaching severe levels. These storm cells are expected to track eastward into the Red Deer region by tonight.
For Edmonton, the bulk of the thunderstorm activity should hold off until late evening and overnight, with a 70% chance of showers or intermittent rain arriving closer to midnight.
Rainy Saturday on the horizon for Edmonton and central Alberta
A low-pressure system will settle over central Alberta on Saturday, placing Edmonton directly within the main precipitation zone for much of the day. The heaviest rain is expected during the early morning hours, but showers or periods of light rain are likely to linger through the afternoon and evening. Total rainfall accumulations could reach between 10 and 20 mm.
Daytime temperatures will drop significantly, with highs around 19 °C (66 °F) and a low of 14 °C (57 °F) in the morning. Wind gusts will continue in the 30 to 40 km/h range, adding a brisk element to the day.
Clouds and scattered showers continue into Sunday
Sunday, July 21, will remain cloudy, with a 70% chance of scattered showers persisting across the Edmonton metropolitan area. Although precipitation is not expected to be as heavy or steady as on Saturday, occasional light rain is still likely. Temperatures will hover around 18 to 19 °C (64 to 66 °F).
Forecast outlook for Edmonton and surrounding areas
Today, Friday – Sunny this morning, transitioning to a mix of sun and cloud by the afternoon. Southeast wind at 20 km/h gusting to 40 km/h. High: 25 °C (77 °F).
Tonight – Mainly cloudy, with a 70% chance of showers or intermittent rain developing late in the evening and overnight. 9 p.m. temperature: 21 °C (70 °F).
Saturday – Overcast, with on-and-off rain throughout the day. Rainfall amounts between 10 and 20 mm. Southeast wind gusting to 40 km/h. Morning low: 14 °C (57 °F). Afternoon high: 19 °C (66 °F).
Sunday – Cloudy skies continue, with a 70% likelihood of sporadic showers. Morning low: 13 °C (55 °F). Afternoon high: 18 °C (64 °F).
Monday – Mostly cloudy, with a 40% chance of showers in the late afternoon. Morning low: 12 °C (54 °F). Afternoon high: 20 °C (68 °F).
Tuesday – Overcast conditions, with a 60% chance of rainfall. Morning low: 10 °C (50 °F). Afternoon high: 18 °C (64 °F).
Wednesday – A mix of sun and cloud, signalling a break in the wet pattern. Morning low: 9 °C (48 °F). Afternoon high: 23 °C (73 °F).
