Atlantic Canada to endure rare stretch of relentless humidity
Atlantic Canada is the forefront for a rare stretch of humid weather this week that could see miserably high humidex values with no relief in sight next week.
A combination of moisture from the tropics, blocking in the atmosphere and above-average sea surface temperatures all spell a rare humidity event in Atlantic Canada this week.
Dewpoints in mid-to-high 20s is about as high as it gets for Atlantic Canada, and all week long these values are present. This translates to stubborn humidex values in the 30s from here on out, which had already been recorded on Monday.
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The longevity of this event is the most surprising. Humidex values in the Maritimes are expected to hover around the low to mid 30s for at least 7 days, while regions in Newfoundland island may tease the 40s.
The humidity peaks into Wednesday where Gander may possibly challenge the all time record of 40.2 back in 1975.
Even heading into next week, the cloudy and muggy weather does not let up. Typically we look towards Mother Nature’s natural air conditioning with onshore winds, but the warm Atlantic waters and southwesterlies will offer little relief this time around.
Residents should prepare to limit exercise and time outdoors, remain hydrated and check in on at-risk loved ones.
With files from Anika Beaudry, a digital reporter at The Weather Network.