Calgary's Chilly Weekend: Snow, Bitter Wind Chill, and a Gradual Warm-Up Next Week

Well, Calgary, it looks like Mother Nature isn't quite ready to let go of winter's frosty grip just yet. If you were dreaming of a balmy start to your weekend, you might need to adjust those expectations – or at least grab an extra-warm mug of something cozy. We're in for a decidedly cold few days, complete with some fresh snowfall to remind us it's still very much the season for bundling up.

As we roll into Friday, don't be surprised if you see a few flakes dancing in the air. The forecast is calling for cloudy skies and a decent chance of light snow, which, let's be honest, often just adds to the overall "brrr" factor. Temperatures are expected to hover around a bone-chilling -13°C, but here's the kicker: with the wind chill, it's going to feel more like a piercing -20°C. That's the kind of cold that makes your nose hairs freeze, so absolutely no skimping on the layers today!

Saturday won't offer much of a reprieve, continuing the trend with more light snow and temperatures lingering in that same -13°C range. It might not be a massive dump of snow, perhaps just a few centimeters, but it’ll be enough to make sidewalks a bit slick and roads a little tricky. If you're heading out, take it easy, alright? No need to rush in these conditions.

Sunday brings a slight glimmer of hope, though still very much in winter's embrace. We're looking at a chance of flurries, and the mercury might creep up ever so slightly to a high of -10°C. A small improvement, yes, but still a clear reminder that warm weather is still a little ways off. It's one of those weekends where staying indoors with a good book or some board games might sound exceptionally appealing.

Looking ahead into next week, there's some good news on the horizon, promise! It won't be an instant thaw, but we should see a gradual warming trend. By mid-week, we could actually be seeing temperatures climb above freezing – imagine that! Forecasts hint at around -4°C on Tuesday, then possibly hitting +1°C on Wednesday and even +2°C by Thursday. So, while this weekend is set to be a proper winter blast, remember that spring-like conditions are, slowly but surely, making their way back to Calgary. Just hang in there, folks, and keep those mitts handy!