You’ll want to bundle up this week, Edmonton, as temperatures are set to plunge into bitterly cold weather territory.
According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, Edmonton’s forecast for this week looks frosty, with daytime highs in the sub-zero teens and overnight lows as low as -18°C.
The season for fall jackets is officially over in Edmonton. Today’s high of -1°C will be the warmest temperature of the week, with highs from Tuesday to Saturday ranging between -8°C and -13°C.
Next Sunday, November 24, looks even colder, with a predicted high of just -14°C.
Overnight lows will feel like the inside of a freezer, forecast to be between -12°C and a brutal -18°C on Saturday.
ECCC
Unlike Calgary, which saw a snowfall warning issued Monday morning, Edmonton won’t see much snow until later this week. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) predicts periods of snow on Friday, followed by a 60% chance of flurries throughout Saturday, both day and night.
ECCC forecasts periods of snow on Friday, followed by a 60% chance of flurries throughout the day and night on Saturday.
So, it’s time to plug in those cars and brace for the winter season—it’s arriving fast this week.
On the bright side, we’ll be able to enjoy our favourite outdoor rinks around Edmonton soon!