Tracking the Weather: Alberta's Unusual Temperature Patterns

TLDRA big Ridge of high pressure is bringing above seasonal air to western Canada, including Alberta. After a cold March, record-breaking temperatures are possible, with Edmonton expected to reach 20 degrees. However, the warm weather will be short-lived, as snow and below-zero temperatures will return later in the week.

Key insights

🌡️Record-breaking temperatures are possible in Alberta, with Edmonton expected to reach 20 degrees.

❄️The warm weather will not last long, as snow and below-zero temperatures will return later in the week.

📉March was much colder than normal in Alberta, with temperatures well below seasonal averages.

📅April 2nd is earlier than usual to see a 20-degree day in Edmonton, which typically occurs around the 22nd of the month.

🌨️Widespread snow and below-zero temperatures are expected in Alberta and Saskatchewan in the coming days.

Q&A

Will the warm weather continue throughout the week?

No, the warm weather will be short-lived as snow and below-zero temperatures are expected to return.

What were the temperature patterns in March?

March was much colder than normal in Alberta, with temperatures well below seasonal averages.

When is it usual to see a 20-degree day in Edmonton?

A 20-degree day in Edmonton typically occurs around the 22nd of April.

What can we expect in terms of snow and temperatures later in the week?

Widespread snow and below-zero temperatures are expected in Alberta and Saskatchewan later in the week.

Are record-breaking temperatures expected in Alberta?

Yes, record-breaking temperatures are possible in Alberta, with Edmonton expected to reach 20 degrees.

Timestamped Summary

00:03A big Ridge of high pressure is bringing above seasonal air to western Canada, including Alberta.

00:16March was much colder than normal in Alberta, with temperatures well below seasonal averages.

00:53April 2nd is earlier than usual to see a 20-degree day in Edmonton, which typically occurs around the 22nd of the month.

01:46The warm weather will be short-lived, as snow and below-zero temperatures will return later in the week.

01:58Widespread snow and below-zero temperatures are expected in Alberta and Saskatchewan in the coming days.