Temperatures rising in Calgary but more thunderstorms possible
Heads up for Calgary and the surrounding area for late-day Thursday: there is a risk for severe thunderstorms closer to the supper hours.
Calgary weather day planner for Thursday, July 4, 2024. (CTV News)
But there is lots of heat in the long-range forecast.
A ridge of high pressure will build in by the weekend, giving us stability, sunshine and lots of high temperatures. Get ready for summer weather!
Calgary five-day forecast for July 4-8, 2024. (CTV News)
If you are heading to the Stampede Parade on Friday, It’s looking mostly sunny with a bit of cloud.
Calgary Stampede parade weather forecast. (CTV News)
Here is what it looked like in High River late Tuesday – thanks to Cindy McClelland for sending in this cool storm pic.
A storm rolling into High River on July 2, 2024. (Courtesy: Cindy McClelland)
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