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Calgary residents should plan for shifting conditions today; the live forecast above shows the immediate trend, with a chance of afternoon showers developing as a Pacific front slides into the foothills. Keep an umbrella handy through the evening commute.
What’s driving Calgary’s weather pattern this week?
A low-pressure system moving east from the Rockies is pulling moisture into the Bow River corridor. This will keep skies unsettled into Thursday, with temperatures near seasonal norms for mid-May—around 15°C to 18°C. Winds from the southwest may gust to 40 km/h by late afternoon, especially near the city’s western edge. By Friday, high pressure builds back in, bringing a return to sunny, warmer afternoons for the weekend.
Will the rain affect the evening news?
Yes—if you’re watching Global News Calgary 6pm today, expect live reports from the streets as the system moves through. Global News Calgary 6pm today live coverage will track the band of showers rolling across the city from west to east. Meanwhile, CBC News Calgary is monitoring potential localized ponding on Deerfoot Trail and Macleod Trail during the peak of the rain.
For a broader look at conditions across the province, visit our Canada weather hub or check the latest Calgary Weather page for hourly updates.
Will the rain last all evening?
No—the band of showers should push east of Calgary by 8 p.m., leaving partly cloudy skies overnight. A few isolated thunderstorms are possible near Chestermere before the system clears.
Is there any severe weather risk today?
Environment Canada has not issued any warnings for Calgary. The main concern is brief heavy rain and gusty winds, but no breaking news Calgary alerts are expected at this time.
When will the sun return?
High pressure rebuilds Friday morning, delivering a sunny and warm end to the week. Highs will climb back to near 22°C by Saturday—ideal for outdoor plans in the Bow Valley.