Edmonton is starting the week under conditions close to a Heat Warning, with temperatures soaring up to 30°C

Today, you can expect partly cloudy skies that will become more overcast by the evening, bringing a 60% chance of showers and the risk of a thunderstorm. Overnight, temperatures will drop to 15°C, offering some relief from the daytime heat.

Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 3rd, will see a shift as the heat begins to taper off. The day will clear up in the morning, with a high of 25°C and winds picking up from the northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h by noon. By night, temperatures will cool further to 12°C with increasing cloudiness.

The midweek weather will be noticeably cooler, with sunny skies and a high of 21°C on Wednesday, followed by even cooler temperatures on Thursday. But don’t pack away your summer clothes just yet! The temperatures will climb back up to 30°C by Friday, promising a warm and sunny weekend ahead.

What to Wear?

Today, opt for light clothing but have an umbrella on hand for the potential showers. As the week progresses, layering will be key, especially with the cooler mornings and evenings.

Fun Fact

September typically brings an average high of 19°C in Edmonton, so this week’s weather, especially the start, is much warmer than usual, making it an ideal time to enjoy those last warm days before fall settles in for the season.