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Global Pattern Upheaval Triggers Come & Go Summer for Canada

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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The global pattern is now making a dramatic reversal towards a moderate, possibly strong, El Niño event.

Key Points: 
  • The global pattern is now making a dramatic reversal towards a moderate, possibly strong, El Niño event.
  • "Therefore, our weather pattern this summer should be different from the past few summers with more changeable conditions.
  • Overall, a cooler summer is expected, especially across the eastern half of Canada.
  • However, we will still see some lingering effects from La Niña with periods of hot weather, especially across western Canada."

Spring sits on the sidelines; Wild ride to winter's finish line

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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Was spring just teasing us, or can we anticipate consistent warm weather that will arrive early this year?

Key Points: 
  • Was spring just teasing us, or can we anticipate consistent warm weather that will arrive early this year?
  • "However, it appears that winter will attempt to make up for lost time during March and even into April.
  • Several more rounds of wintry weather are expected across the country before spring finally hits its stride."
  • Northern Canada – Colder than normal spring temperatures are expected across southern parts of the Yukon and southwestern parts of the NWT.

A Summer of Sun & Storms

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022
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After a sluggish spring which tested our patience, will summer be more favourable for enjoying our favourite outdoor activities?

Key Points: 
  • After a sluggish spring which tested our patience, will summer be more favourable for enjoying our favourite outdoor activities?
  • "However, the heat and humidity combined with an active jet stream pattern will contribute to a stormy summer at times across much of the country.
  • Thankfully, widespread drought, wildfires and smoke are less of a concern for this summer than they have been during many recent years."
  • The Prairies This summer will not be as hot and dry at last summer.

Two steps forward and one step back!

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022
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"Spring is known for its changeable weather, but this year looks especially tumultuous," said Chris Scott, Chief Meteorologist with The Weather Network.

Key Points: 
  • "Spring is known for its changeable weather, but this year looks especially tumultuous," said Chris Scott, Chief Meteorologist with The Weather Network.
  • "Periods of warm spring weather will be a delightful contrast to winter's fury which we've all experienced at times during the past three months.
  • However, this will be a case of two steps forward and one step back, as we'll see several more bouts of winter-like weather before spring finally hits its stride across the country."
  • Northern Canada Colder than normal spring temperatures are expected across the Yukon and NWT, while near normal temperatures are expected across Nunavut.