Environment Canada has issued a yellow rainfall warning for Edmonton and surrounding areas, forecasting heavy rain throughout the weekend with total accumulations between 50 and 100 millimeters.
Rainfall Warning Details
According to the warning, rain will intensify during the morning and persist through Sunday, gradually tapering off by Sunday night. Isolated thunderstorms are possible, which could locally enhance rainfall amounts. Water is likely to pool on roads and in low-lying areas, and some property damage may occur.
The warning covers most of central Alberta, with the heaviest rainfall expected just south and east of Edmonton, including communities such as Fort Saskatchewan, Wetaskiwin, Camrose, and Vegreville. In areas under an orange alert, residents can expect 70 to 100 mm of rain.
Given already saturated ground conditions due to above-normal rainfall this month, the ability to absorb additional precipitation is limited, increasing the risk of overland flooding and infrastructure impact. Localized flooding is likely, and some roads may become impassable. Significant property damage is possible.
Thunderstorm Outlook
Thunderstorms are likely over the weekend, with the strongest potential in southern portions of the province. The daily thunderstorm outlook for Saturday indicates a risk of severe storms in those areas.
Edmonton Forecast
Today: Cloudy with periods of rain beginning early this morning. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Amount 15 to 25 mm. Wind east at 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 14 C. UV index 2 or low.
Tonight: Rain at times heavy. Risk of a thunderstorm this evening. Amount 40 to 50 mm. Wind east at 20 km/h gusting to 40, becoming light this evening, then becoming north at 20 near midnight. Low 10 C.
Tomorrow: Rain at times heavy. Risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon. Amount 20 to 30 mm. Wind north at 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 12 C. UV index 1 or low. Rain overnight. Low 10 C.
Sunrise: 5:04 a.m. Sunset: 10:07 p.m.
Normals: Max 22 C, Min 11 C.
Current Conditions
At the Edmonton Blatchford weather station, the temperature is 11.9 C with winds from the east-northeast at 7 km/h.
Residents are advised to stay informed about the evolving weather situation and take necessary precautions to protect property and ensure safety.
