The first heat wave of 2022 hit parts of southern Quebec in mid-May. This situation is exceptional, with generally very low heat waves in May. Since data collection began in 1942, Montreal has only watched five, including the 2022 episode.
Although the heat has recently lost a lot of feathers, it has led to colder winds for most of June, so this weekend it regains its ownership. Convictor: An atmospheric ridge favorable for the entry of heat from South America into Quebec.
Maximum temperature of the year … yet
The effect of this condition is high heat. The first 30 C in June was recorded in Montreal in the early afternoon – and everything indicates that the numbers on the thermometer will continue to rise over the next few hours. Other departments in southern Quebec may follow suit.
In Montreal the average temperature in June is 30 ° C for about three days. So far, June 2022 has been particularly tough, especially compared to previous years. By 2020, there will be no less than eight days with such mercury.
Stuffy Humitex
Humidex 40 and above is expected in some places like Montreal. So the level of discomfort will be high and effort should be avoided.
At the time of writing, Heat Alerts It was also awarded to the metropolitan area (including the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Department), the Center-du-Québec and the Richelieu Valley.
Some activities Should be taken during the scorching heat
- Get enough hydration
- Update yourself often
- Minimize physical activity as much as possible
- Wear light clothing
- Close windows and curtains during the hottest times of the day
