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THE BAJA POST
NEWSROOM
SOURCE: PR NEWSMEDIA
It’s time to get out and explore Canada’s great outdoors! After a long winter and a sporadic spring, will we be rewarded with a warm and sunny summer to enjoy our favourite outdoor activities?
The Weather Network’s Summer Forecast calls for warmer than normal temperatures across most of Canada during the months of June, July and August. While spring struggled to deliver any consistent warm weather, most of the country will see a swift transition into the next season.
«This summer will really come through for those who have been longing for warmer weather,» said Doug Gillham, Senior Meteorologist with The Weather Network. «However, this summer will also illustrate the fact that too much hot weather brings many risks. The heat will be excessive at times, especially across western Canada where it will contribute to widespread drought conditions and a heightened risk for wildfires and poor air quality. Meanwhile, across eastern Canada, warm and humid conditions will help to fuel powerful thunderstorms at times.»
Canadian summers truly are fantastic opportunities to enjoy our spectacular scenery with extended daylight hours and much warmer temperatures. However, it is important to stay informed by regularly checking our detailed local forecasts for updates to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer.
Below is a more detailed look at the conditions expected across Canada this summer:
Ontario & Quebec – A warm and humid summer is expected which should include a few heat waves, potentially starting before Canada Day. However, we do not expect persistent heat through the summer (except west of Lake Superior). Occasional shots of cooler weather are likely, and the muggy conditions will help to fuel more frequent showers and powerful thunderstorms. However, the threat for wildfires is a major concern across northern Ontario and if this threat is realized, the fires could have a far reaching impact on the other parts of the country with smoke and a risk for poor air quality at times.
British Columbia – A hot summer is expected across the interior of the province, especially during July and August, but temperatures should be closer to seasonal near the coast. Rain totals are forecast to be near normal or below normal, so the risk for wildfires, smoke and poor air quality will be an increasing concern as we progress through the season. Scattered thunderstorms will be more widespread at times, which should provide some relief from the dry conditions. However, the storms will also bring a risk for localized flash flooding and lightning which can also ignite additional fires.
