A Cold Snap with a Slight Warm-Up on the Horizon for Armstrong and Whitesand Residents
As the residents of Armstrong and Whitesand wake up to a bone-chilling -27°C under mainly cloudy skies, the immediate forecast suggests a slight fluctuation in temperatures coupled with the potential for flurries. The current conditions, marked by a steady barometer reading of 101.9 kPa and a high humidity level of 79%, are just the beginning of a series of weather patterns set to affect the area.
Current Conditions: A Crisp Morning
- Temperature: Sitting at -27°C with a wind chill making it feel like -32°C.
- Wind: Gentle breezes from the WNW at 4 km/h, expected to pick up pace.
Today’s Forecast: A Glimpse of Sun Amidst the Cold
- Morning: Early chances of flurries with a mix of sun and cloud, clearing later.
- Afternoon: Winds picking up, with gusts potentially reaching 40 km/h. Despite the sunlight, the wind chill could drop to as low as -38°C, posing a significant risk of frostbite.
Tonight: Clear Skies but Continued Chill
- Wind speeds are expected to decrease, but temperatures will drop to -22°C, with wind chills making it feel as cold as -30°C overnight.
Weekend Outlook: Brief Warming with Flurry Chances
- Saturday: A mix of sun and cloud with temperatures climbing to a high of -1°C. However, winds from the southwest could bring gusts up to 40 km/h, with wind chills in the morning as low as -26°C.
- Sunday: Consistent cloud cover with a 60% chance of flurries, maintaining a high around -3°C.
This forecast not only underscores the immediate need for residents to prepare for fluctuating conditions but also highlights the importance of staying informed about potential frostbite risks. As the community navigates through these frigid temperatures, the brief warming trend on Saturday offers a slight respite from the severe cold, albeit with continued chances of flurries.
