ASSINIBOIA — The summer forecast says sunshine and warm temperatures will be in the mix; however, that will not collaborate well with drought conditions, and lack of rain.
While the Weather Network says powerful thunderstorms could be in the works across part of Canada, this could compound the problem as lightning can be one of the causes of wildfires, as well as powerful storms can also induce other serious weather conditions.
After a long winter, people are cherishing the sunshiny forecast; however, they also know that lack of measurable precipitation is a caveat to that, bringing new concerns for a continued dry environment, worry for the Ag sector’s growing season and continued concern for the northern wildfires currently burning.
While conditions in the southern part of the Prairies are better leading into summer than they have been in other drought years, that doesn’t eliminate overall concern for continued dry environment that affects grain and cattle producers.
Saskatchewan people are hoping to hear injections in their forecast of near-normal precipitation for their summer.
Specifically, the Saskatchewan and Manitoba portion of The Weather Network summer 2025 forecast says, “A hot summer is expected across the region, including Saskatoon, Regina, and Winnipeg, especially during July and August. That includes a risk for extreme and extended heat waves at times.
Widespread drought is expected this summer across the central United States, and we are concerned that the drought will extend well north of the border and impact at least the southern Prairies, with a risk for a significant impact on agriculture. Wildfires and smoke are also potential concerns.
However, powerful thunderstorms will provide some relief from the dry weather at times, with a risk for severe storms and localized torrential rain, especially for central and northern parts of the region.”
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