Airdrie is facing a hot start to the week, with Environment Canada forecasting a high of 30°C today under a mix of sun and cloud. Winds are expected to become southwest at 20 km/h this afternoon, with gusts reaching up to 40 km/h. The UV index is rated at 8, or very high.
According to historical data from Calgary International Airport, the highest recorded temperature for July 8 is 31.7°C. That record was first set in 1886, and later matched in 1908 and 1919.
Today’s projected high is well above seasonal norms. Based on Environment Canada’s 1981–2010 climate normals for Calgary, the average maximum temperature for July 8 is 22°C, and the average minimum is 8°C.
Tonight’s forecast calls for partly cloudy skies and a low of 12°C. Winds from the southwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40, are expected to become light later in the evening.
The heat is not expected to continue beyond today. Environment Canada is calling for cloudy skies on Wednesday, with a 60 per cent chance of showers in the afternoon and a risk of thunderstorms. Winds will shift to the northwest and are expected to reach 20 km/h, gusting to 40 in the afternoon. The high for Wednesday is forecast at 21°C with a UV index of 3, or moderate. The overnight low is expected to be 8°C.
Thursday’s forecast is clear and sunny, with a high of 20°C during the day and a low of 5°C overnight.
Friday is expected to bring another warm-up, with Environment Canada forecasting a sunny day and a high of 27°C. The night will remain clear, with a low of 9°C.
Saturday will feature a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 25°C, followed by cloudy periods overnight and a low of 10°C.
On Sunday, Environment Canada is calling for a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 21°C. The night is expected to be cloudy, with a 60 per cent chance of showers and a low of 9°C.
While the short-term forecast ends Sunday, long-range data from The Weather Network suggests Airdrie is unlikely to see another 30°C day through the rest of July.
On Monday, July 14, The Weather Network is calling for cloudy conditions with a 60 per cent chance of showers and a daytime high of 19°C.
Tuesday, July 15, is expected to bring a chance of showers with a high of 21°C.
Wednesday, July 16, is forecast to be sunny with a high of 25°C and clear skies overnight.
Thursday, July 17, is expected to remain sunny with a high of 25°C.
Friday, July 18, is forecast to be sunny with a high of 23°C, followed by a partly cloudy night.
Saturday, July 19, is expected to see cloudy skies with sunny breaks and a high of 22°C.
On Sunday, July 20, The Weather Network calls for a few showers and a high of 22°C.
Monday, July 21, is forecast to bring cloudy conditions with scattered showers and a high of 23°C.
Tuesday, July 22, is expected to bring rain, sometimes heavy, with a high of 24°C.
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