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CBS News
2 days ago
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- CBS News
Sunny Saturday gives way to possible rain Sunday in parts of North Texas
Meteorological spring wrapped up with a classic end-of-May day. Friday's high of 88 degrees matched the historical average for May 31. As the month closes, the tally shows more days with below-normal highs than those above average. This spring, covering March, April, and May, goes down as the seventh warmest on record and the 52nd wettest. As we approach the start of meteorological summer at midnight, the astronomical summer solstice remains 20 days away. While the majority of our tornado activity (about 55%) typically occurs during the 61 days of April and May, June still brings its share of severe weather. It ranks as our second stormiest month. It's no surprise that June is kicking off with two chances for storms on its very first day. The first round poses a lower risk and is expected to arrive overnight from the north. Storms will cross the Red River in the early morning hours and gradually weaken as they move across our eastern counties through the morning. The risk for damaging winds and one-inch hail remains low and does not include the Metroplex. By afternoon, the remnants of the boundary will linger over our southern counties. With the addition of daytime heating, conditions will be favorable for new storm development. These storms carry a significantly higher risk of producing damaging winds and large hail. A 'slight' risk - Level 2 out of 5 - has been issued for areas south of the Metroplex, including Johnson and Ellis counties. We'll be monitoring for hail up to two inches in diameter, or larger, roughly the size of an egg. This threat is expected to develop by late afternoon and continue into the early evening. More unsettled weather is expected through the first week of June. The First Alert Weather Team is closely monitoring Tuesday night, Wednesday, and Wednesday night for the potential designation of First Alert Weather Days. Storm chances are likely to persist into next weekend.
CTV News
3 days ago
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- CTV News
Hot Calgary weather not a concern for zoo animals
Flamingos are seen at the Calgary Zoo on Friday, May 30, 2025. Calgary has seen a stretch of hot spring weather this week, even setting a new record high on Thursday. But as the mercury climbs, staff at the zoo are assuring the public that the many animals that live there are staying cool. 'We do monitor our animals very closely,' said Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo animal care manager Jennifer Godwin. 'We take into account what species they are and their needs.' 'Every animal and species has their own temperature parameters,' she explained. Godwin says not all of the animals hate the heat. 'A lot of the species that we have do thrive in this weather – they're from Africa, they're from the rainforest,' she said, adding there are several methods they use to help the critters stay cool. 'We can do frozen enrichment items or sprinklers, we can give them mud wallows, we can also give them access to back-of-house spaces that are cooler if they need that as well.' For more information on the Calgary Zoo, you can visit the organization's website.
The Independent
3 days ago
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- The Independent
UK weather: Will there be a ‘mini heatwave' this weekend?
As the UK basks in the sunniest spring on record, the final weekend could see temperatures reach as high as 27C. A balmy end to spring comes as provisional figures from the Met Office show 630 hours of sunshine were clocked up across the country between March 1 and May 27. However, forecasters have warned of some changeable weather as we enter the first week of summer, with the possibility of wind and rain. Looking ahead to Saturday, Met Office meteorologist Alex Burkill said 'highs of around 24C, 25C, maybe 26C or 27C' were expected towards the South East, and 'even further north, a greater chance of getting into the low 20s'. 'But we do need to factor in the brisk winds and the wetter weather that will be pushing through at times as well.' Showery rain is expected on Sunday for parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, northern and western England and Wales. There is a better chance of dry weather in the southern and eastern parts, with some areas staying completely dry. Mr Burkill said there would be a 'bit less sunshine on offer perhaps for some of us on Sunday, and some fresher air pushing its way in, so temperatures in many places will be several degrees lower. 'Still feeling warm enough if you get any of that decent sunshine and shelter from the breeze. Some places will still get into the low 20s. 'Now there's more changeable weather to come as we go through next week.' Monday, in the first full week of meteorological summer, is likely to be the driest day of the week. Low pressure in the middle of the week will likely result in cloud and showers, according to Met Office meteorologist Alex Deakin. 'Looking pretty unsettled through the middle of next week,' he said, adding that winds coming in from the Atlantic are likely to bring moisture and showers, particularly in western areas. There may be a 'hint of a change' towards the end of next week, with wetter conditions becoming more confined to northern parts. 'But overall, next week looking pretty changeable to say the least. The winds continuing to dominate from the west or the south west, which will keep things reasonably mild, but also keeping things fairly wet, especially so in western areas. 'Complete contrast to the largely easterly conditions we've had for much of spring. 'And that hint, which is all it is at this stage, of something a bit drier in the south to end the week,' he said.
CBC
6 days ago
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- CBC
Nice enough for you? The Prince Edward Islanders we asked were happy to say yes
Prince Edward Islanders have been waiting a while for some nice spring weather. Now they are out making the most of it, maybe even stopping at their favourite dairy bar. CBC News asked some people how they were taking in the double-digit deliciousness.
CBC
24-05-2025
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- CBC
From lingering cold to early heat, Canadians sick of lousy spring weather
Canadians across the country are expressing frustration with unusual spring weather, from unseasonably cold temperatures in central and eastern Canada to premature heat in parts of the West.
