Meteorologist Terri Lang explains we are currently experiencing an inverse temperature trend. (Rachel May/northeastNOW Staff)

By Rachel May

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Saskatchewan residents can look forward to regular seasonal temperatures soon, according to Environment Canada.

As the weather continues to jump from extreme cold warnings to minus one and sunny, some people aren’t sure whether to prepare for above or below seasonal temperatures.

Terri Lang, meteorologist at Environment and Climate Change Canada, said that the fluctuating weather is from our neighbour in the north.

“We are starting off a little bit on the cold side due to the high pressure from the artic sitting over the area. However, that will push off to the southeast as a big system starts to build in the Northwest Territories.”

Currently, Saskatchewan is experiencing an inverse temperature trend. This is when instead of the temperatures falling at night as they usually do, they climb bringing wind gusts.

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“We are also might see some snow overnight, so combined with those winds we might see some blowing snow out on those highways.”

Lang reminds everyone that when an extreme cold warning is issued, to follow the necessary steps to keep themselves safe.

“When there are extreme cold conditions it means that the temperature or wind chill values are near -40 (Celsius). This means frostbite can occur quickly. If you do have to go outside, make sure that all extremities are covered up.”

A key to staying safe from the cold is to dress in layers as it is the air between pieces of clothing that keeps you warm.

As temperatures rise and drop, residents are keeping a close eye on the windchill. Lang explains that watching that value is extremely important when getting ready to head outside.

“The windchill value is a measure of how fast heat is taken from your body. The wind doesn’t change the temperature.”

Although it is important to remain prepared for the cold weather, starting Jan. 27 temperatures are expected to turn into more seasonal values.

“Hopefully, we will get into that milder weather for a little bit and it looks like that pattern will hold for a little while.”

Environment Canada and the Highway Hotline encourage everyone who is travelling to remain prepared for winter driving conditions by keeping the winter tires on their vehicle and carrying an emergency kit with them while travelling.

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