Rainfall is in the forecast over the next couple of days. (File photo/northeastNOW Staff)

By Cam Lee

Rain on the way

Significant rainfall expected through Thursday

Sep 18, 2024 | 11:05 AM

A weather system originating from the Montana area is adding another punch of wet weather to the province.

The southwest corner of Saskatchewan is set to be hit by heavy rain, with some areas expected to get as much as 100 mm, or about four inches. The low-pressure system is making its way northeast over the next couple of days, meaning areas like Melfort, Prince Albert, and North Battleford will see wet conditions.

“Rainfall amounts aren’t expected to be quite as high but there might still be anywhere from 15 to 40 mm in various locations,” Environment and Climate Change Meteorologist Stephen Berg told northeastNOW. That rainfall total could be higher or lower depending on thunderstorm activity

“Might end up getting some areas that could be anywhere from 40 to 60 mm, particularly in the Prince Albert, Spiritwood, North Battleford regions,” Berg said.

The totals expressed by Berg are through early Thursday afternoon.

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The rain could be a bit of a mixed blessing for local farmers, with moisture needed in many areas. However, the wet conditions will likely delay harvest for those still out in the field.

“Especially in areas that might see these thunderstorms,” Berg explained. “There might be a little bit of overland flooding here and there too.”

Berg said transportation could also become an issue if the rain is significant, with some grid roads becoming more difficult to navigate. Heavy showers and thunderstorms on highways could contribute to hydroplaning and visibility issues, said Berg.

Conditions will cool down after the system makes its way through Saskatchewan. High temperatures in the mid-teens and lows in the mid to low single-digits are in the forecast into next week.

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