The Weather Network's meteorologists have been hard at work forecasting their outlook for the months of March, April and May. Most of Canada, with the exception of British Columbia, can expect near normal to above average temperatures this spring. Much of B.C. will experience a slower start to spring, with below normal temperatures expected.
While temperatures are predicted to be above normal across parts of the country, Canadians east of the Rocky Mountains should not expect the record-setting warmth experienced last spring.
"Canadians typically find themselves riding a rollercoaster of weather conditions at the start of spring which means there's still the potential for wintry surprises in March across most parts of the country," said Chris Scott, Director of Meteorology for The Weather Network. "It's unlikely we'll experience the all-time record high temperatures of last March, but Canadians can always count on extra daylight hours and the increased intensity of the sun that comes with the arrival of spring."
Weather forecasts for the next two weeks are typical for the start of spring, with dramatic swings in temperature expected. After a chilly first weekend of March for much of the country, a tease of warmer weather will spread across many regions this upcoming weekend only to be followed by a return to cold air next week.
The temperature outlook for Saskatchewan is below normal for west-central and near normal conditions elsewhere. On the precipitation front above normal for northern sections and across the western half except for the southwest which will be near normal along with most of the east.
The Weather Network's Spring Outlook is now online www.theweathernetwork.com/outlook
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