Large hail threat with severe storms over the Prairies into Wednesday
Relentless thunderstorm risk spans the Prairies this week, with the threat for heavy rain, strong winds and large hail. Stay alert to the changing conditions
After Monday yielded tornado watches and warnings in Saskatchewan, the thunderstorm risk will persist across the Prairies over the next couple of days.
The focus for severe storm potential will shift into Manitoba for Tuesday, moving back to Alberta and Saskatchewan through the day on Wednesday. These storms will bring the risk for strong wind gusts and large hail.
Be sure to monitor local weather alerts and incoming conditions throughout the day.
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Severe storm chances hit Manitoba Tuesday
Tuesday will see another day of thunderstorms as a system moves eastward into Winnipeg, Man., and persists in the Rockies. Severe thunderstorms are possible, with storms developing along the foothills and tracking east by the late afternoon.
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Southeast Manitoba could see a brief window for severe storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.
The primary hazards include strong wind gusts and hail, potentially up to toonie size, in both risk areas.
Storm threat lingers through Wednesday
Alberta and Saskatchewan will face another round of thunderstorms on Wednesday.
Severe storms are expected to develop along the southern and central foothills and will track eastward throughout the day. In northern Alberta and Saskatchewan, clusters of severe storms are likely to form along a trough.
The main risks for these areas remain strong wind gusts and large hail.
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Residents should stay updated with the latest weather alerts as the thunderstorms move through.
After a rather chilly start to the week, temperatures will trend back to near seasonal by late week. A warmer pattern will develop next week, with above seasonal temperatures forecast for early July.
Western areas are expected to see a few days of drier weather early next week. However, Alberta is likely to experience unsettled, stormy conditions during the latter half of the week.
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Stay with The Weather Network for more information and updates on your weather across the Prairies.