Current Conditions - Lethbridge, AB

Latest Weather News - Lethbridge

• Snowfall warning in effect for parts of southwestern Alberta

  Parts of southwestern Alberta could see up to 20 centimetres of snow accumulate on the ground by Saturday, Environment Canada said on its website Friday morning.

  Weather

  Jan 27
• Polar vortex sweeping across Alberta to trigger plummeting temperatures

  A polar vortex is expanding from the Arctic and will bring a much colder air mass south, starting overnight Thursday into Friday and continuing into the weekend.

  Weather

  Jan 27
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• Wind warnings issued for parts of eastern Alberta on Thursday

  People living in parts of eastern Alberta were advised to expect powerful winds to sweep through parts of that province on Thursday.

  Weather

  Jan 26
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• Snowmobiler killed in avalanche near Valemount, B.C.

  One person has died in an avalanche that caught two snowmobilers over the weekend south of Valemount, B.C., not far from the Alberta boundary.

  Weather

  Jan 23
• 1 dead after trio of crashes in southern Alberta early Wednesday

  Paramedics told Global News the weather conditions in the area were "super foggy" and that they were amazed the helicopter was able to respond due to the lack of visibility.

  Traffic

  Jan 18
• Energy bills in Canada not expected to fall much in 2023. Maybe that’s a good thing, experts say

  Energy prices in Europe have fallen as fears of a crisis 'fuel' energy conservation and reform. But experts say that won't likely mean a sustained drop in energy prices in Canada.

  Economy

  Jan 13
• Alberta’s backcountry skiers need to be aware of weaker snowpack: experts

  Backcountry enthusiasts in Alberta are asked to be more conservative with their terrain choices this year because of the weaker snowpack.

  Weather

  Jan 10
• Avalanche warnings expand into Banff, Yoho, Kootenay and Jasper national parks

  A special avalanche warning, which is in place until Monday, now includes Banff, Yoho, Kootenay and Jasper national parks.

  Canada

  Dec 29, 2022
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• Winter storm wallop could delay holiday package deliveries: ‘We will do our best’

  Canada's national postal service said it will try to deliver on Friday and Saturday, but these efforts will depend on the weather and road conditions.

  Canada

  Dec 23, 2022
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• Messy Christmas for Canadian travellers as more storms bear down on Ontario, B.C.

  Environment Canada says Toronto's storm will begin today with rain or snow followed by plummeting temperatures, a potential flash freeze and blizzard-like conditions Friday.

  Weather

  Dec 22, 2022
• Airplane de-icing options limited below -29 C: WestJet, Calgary airport

  'At temperatures including and below -29 degrees Celsius, anti-icing fluid is no longer effective,' said a spokesperson for Calgary International Airport.

  Canada

  Dec 21, 2022
• Continuing cold prompts unusually early, 2nd grid alert across Alberta

  AESO issues a grid alert when the power system is under stress and it is preparing to use emergency reserves to meet demand.

  Weather

  Dec 21, 2022
• Winter cycling in Alberta growing more popular

  When Edmonton city council approved $100 million to build out a network of bike lanes, many condemned the decision, saying Alberta’s climate is not conducive to cycling.

  Canada

  Dec 21, 2022
• Arctic air mass shattering cold weather records in Alberta

  As Alberta remained mired in a December deep freeze on Tuesday, Environment Canada revealed this week's cold snap has already unofficially smashed over two-dozen weather records.

  Weather

  Dec 20, 2022
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• Safety tips for winter driving in Alberta

  Christmas is just days away and many Albertans are hitting the road to get to their holiday destination. Extreme cold can add risks to those travelling.

  Weather

  Dec 20, 2022
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• Cold surge continues to have tight grasp on Alberta

  Temperatures hovered around minus 40 Tuesday morning causing multiple school closures and AMA wait times ranged from 73 hours to four hours throughout the morning.

  Environment

  Dec 20, 2022
• Chaos continues at Western Canadian airports. What can stranded passengers do?

  Flight delays and cancellations continued Tuesday across Western Canada. Here's what you need to know about rebooking and compensation if you're a stranded passenger.

  Consumer

  Dec 20, 2022
• Risk of frostbite in southern Alberta as frigid weather moves in

  According to south zone medical officer of health Dr. Allison Gonsalves, with the current temperatures, frostbite can set in within 30 minutes.

  Weather

  Dec 19, 2022
• Extreme cold in Alberta leads to messy commutes, travel delays and health warnings

  As temperatures reach -40 with the wind chill, Albertans being warned to stay inside, dress appropriately when heading out and avoid roads unless necessary.

  Traffic

  Dec 19, 2022
• Flight delays, cancellations cripple Alberta’s two big airports

  WestJet attributed the 'multiple cancellations and delays over the past 24 hours' to the severe winter weather impacting operations across Western Canada. 

  Canada

  Dec 19, 2022
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• How climate change is affecting Canada’s icy landscape: ‘Glaciers can’t get a break’

  The National Glaciology Project team, travels by helicopter with skis to visit the same 10 glaciers at least twice per year to measure them.

  Canada

  Dec 19, 2022
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• Castle Mountain Resort total snowfall weeks ahead of schedule

  With a year-to date snowfall of more than 300 centimetres and more to come, officials at Castle Mountain Resort said current snowpack conditions are weeks ahead of normal.

  Canada

  Dec 18, 2022
• Dealing with ‘erasure’: The role of Indigenous knowledge in drawing maps of Canada

  For centuries, Indigenous communities have had their traditional knowledge and cultural traditions overlooked, if not erased. But that is starting to change.

  Environment

  Dec 14, 2022
• Extreme cold one day, balmy the next: Alberta’s yo-yoing temperatures a literal headache for many

  Rapid temperature swings caused by changing air pressure systems in Alberta don't just present cold exposure risks — they also leave many people with headaches and pains. But why?

  Weather

  Dec 6, 2022