Residents of Whitesand and Armstrong are experiencing a cold end to the year, but they can look forward to some sunny spells as they step into the new year.
Today’s Forecast (Sunday, December 31):
- Condition: Mainly cloudy with a 30% chance of morning flurries.
- Wind: Light, up to 15 km/h.
- High Temperature: A frigid -12°C, with a wind chill making it feel like -17°C in the morning and dipping to -22°C in the afternoon.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Dress in warm layers, with a heavy coat, hat, gloves, and scarf to combat the biting cold.
Tonight’s Outlook:
- Condition: Clear skies.
- Wind: Continuing at up to 15 km/h.
- Low Temperature: Dropping to -19°C, but the wind chill will make it feel closer to -25°C.
- Travel Tip: Ensure your vehicle is equipped for the cold, and check on elderly neighbors who may need assistance in these freezing temperatures.
New Year’s Day Forecast (Monday, January 1):
- Day: Welcoming the new year with sunshine and a high of -1°C.
- Evening: Cloudy with a 30% chance of light flurries and a low of -6°C.
January 2 (Tuesday):
- Day and Night: The day will be cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries and a high of -4°C. Nighttime will bring cloudy periods with a 30% chance of flurries and a low of -16°C.
Weather Trivia: Did you know that Whitesand and Armstrong, like many parts of Canada, can experience significant temperature fluctuations within a single day? This is a common characteristic of continental climates, particularly in winter.
