The meadows will remain in a stormy pattern this week, with the risk of severe weather on Sunday as western areas prepare for possible flooding with heavy rainfall through Wednesday. Some areas in Alberta could see 75-100 + mm of rain until the storm left. While the area needs a lot of rain, this will probably be too much to absorb the dry soil in a short time, so flooding is possible. More about what you can expect on Sunday and the following days, below. Visit our Complete Guide for Summer 2022 for an in-depth look at summer forecasts, tips to plan it and much more!
SUNDAY: POSSIBLE SOCRATES SUBMITTED FROM ALBERTA TO MANITOBA
Another day with an increased risk of thunderstorms will extend to Livadia on Sunday. There should be enough energy for some storms to reach severe limits in the southern parts of Alberta, just east of Calgary, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, including Highway 1 between Calgary and Winnipeg. The strongest storms in this area could cause heavy hail and gusts of wind. An alternation cannot be ruled out. Aside from the threat of Sunday’s storm, we need to start looking ahead to the next big storm system that arrives earlier this week. DON’T MISS: Doctors say storms can cause asthma. Here are some possible reasons
MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY: MAIN SYSTEM APPROACHES WESTERN, TEMPERATURES DIVE
Special weather statements apply to the foothills of Alberta, including the city of Calgary, in view of the significant storm targeting the Meadows this week. “A long-term rainstorm will affect the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains on Monday and Tuesday,” the Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) said in a statement. A low pressure system will cross the border on Monday and will meander over the central Meadows for several days. This low will lead to heavy rainfall in some areas, with larger rainfalls likely targeting the southern foothills of Alberta. The persistent upward winds will trigger torrential rains from Monday and will last until Wednesday for some areas. We can expect significant rainfall sets as a result of this prolonged rainfall. Stay alert for possible flooding in some areas. A wide area from Nordegg to Waterton is expected to see at least 50 mm by Wednesday morning, with 100 mm or more likely in some areas of the foothills. At present, it seems that the heaviest rainfall will be near Kananaskis, west of Calgary, although the big city could see 100 mm of rain. This area could certainly benefit from the rain as we sink into extreme drought conditions in the western meadows, but excessive rain at the same time is not the answer. SEE ALSO: Everyone needs an emergency kit at home. See what to stock with your own
