Large hail threat with severe storms over the Prairies into Wednesday
A 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 brought tornado watches and warnings in Saskatchewan, the risk of thunderstorms will continue across the Prairies into the midweek.
The focus for severe storms returns to Alberta and Saskatchewan on Wednesday. These storms could bring strong wind gusts and large hail.
Be sure to monitor local weather alerts and incoming conditions throughout the day.
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Storm threat lingers through Wednesday
Alberta and Saskatchewan will face another round of thunderstorms on Wednesday.
Severe storms are expected to develop along Alberta's foothills Wednesday, including supercell-hybrid types capable of producing more than two centimetres of hail and 90+ km/h winds near Calgary and Red Deer.
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In Saskatchewan and northern Alberta, storms forming along a trough may bring isolated and linear storms, with the latter posing a risk of 100+ km/h winds in southern Saskatchewan.
Forecasters are also monitoring a low chance of a funnel cloud or land-spout tornado.
Residents should stay updated with the latest weather alerts as the thunderstorms move through.
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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.