Sunday appears to be a stormy day in the southern prairies, with heavy thunderstorms threatening Highway 1 from Calgary to Winnipeg. Another system that arrives on Monday will bring significant and extensive heavy rainfall to the area, with a possible prolonged period of very heavy rainfall in Alberta until the middle of the week. More about what you can expect in the coming days, below. Visit our Complete Guide for Summer 2022 for an in-depth look at summer forecasts, tips to plan it and much more!
SUNDAY: POSSIBLE SERIOUS STORIES FROM CALGARI TO WINNIPEG
Extensive risk of thunderstorms will cover the Meadows for our day on Sunday. There should be enough energy for some storms to reach severe limits in the southern parts of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, including the entire Highway 1 between Calgary and Winnipeg. The strongest storms in this area could cause heavy hail and strong winds. An alternation cannot be ruled out. Aside from the threat of Sunday’s storm, we need to start looking ahead to the next big storm system that will arrive early next week. DON’T MISS: Doctors say storms can cause asthma. Here are some possible reasons
MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY: MAIN SYSTEM APPROACHES WEST
Special weather statements apply to the foothills of Alberta, including the city of Calgary, in view of the significant storm targeting the Meadows this weekend. “A long-term rainstorm will affect the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains on Monday and Tuesday,” the Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) said in a statement. Keep track of your local forecasts and alerts for the most up-to-date information. A low pressure system will cross the border on Monday and will meander over the central Meadows for several days. This low will lead to heavy rainfall in some areas, with larger rainfalls likely targeting the southern foothills of Alberta. The persistent upward winds will trigger torrential rains from Monday and will last until Wednesday for some areas. We can expect significant rainfall sets as a result of this prolonged rainfall. Stay alert for possible flooding in some areas. This area could certainly use the rain – we are sinking into extreme drought conditions in the western meadows – but too much rain at the same time is not the answer. SEE ALSO: Everyone needs an emergency kit at home. See what to stock with your own
