A jet skier takes to the North Saskatchewan River near Gold Bar Park on Sunday, July 16, 2023 in Edmonton. Photo by Greg Southam /Postmedia
A look at Monday’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada.
It’s 17 C at the Edmonton Blatchford weather station, with 10 km/h winds from the northwest.
There is far less smoke in the air this morning and even though there is still a special air quality statement from Environment Canada the air quality health index has dropped down to a 4.
The daytime high today is expected to hit 21 C and Environment Canada is again calling for a 30 per cent chance of rain this evening in the amount of 20 to 30mm which sounds like a lot.
I’m no specialist but it does feel like they’ve been calling for a chance of rain for the last couple of days now so here I am with my fingers crossed we get something.
If I’m being honest I’d like just an afternoon to just sit outside and not have to worry about coughing my face off that’s never pleasant.
Well let’s see what Monday has in store for us, shall we?
Today’s forecast
Today: A mix of sun and cloud with 30 per cent chance of showers. Showers begin late this afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Widespread smoke. Wind southeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light near noon. Wind becoming northwest 20 gusting to 40 this afternoon. High 21 C. UV index 7 or high.
Tonight: Periods of rain. Risk of a thunderstorm this evening. Amount 20 to 30 mm. Wind northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 increasing to 40 gusting to 70 before morning. Low 14 C.
Tomorrow: Periods of rain ending in the afternoon then cloudy. Amount 5 mm. Wind northwest 40 km/h gusting to 70 diminishing to 20 gusting to 40 in the morning. High 17 C. UV index 2 or low.
Sunrise: 5:26 a.m.
Sunset: 9:53 p.m.
Normals:
Max: 23 C
Min: 12 C
Yesterday
Max: 25.2 C
Min: 15.0 C
Precipitation: 16.8 mm
On This Day (1996-2022)
Highest temperature: 32.8 C in 2002
Lowest temperature: 7.5 C in 1999
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People take in the final day of Animethon at the Edmonton Convention Centre on Sunday, July 16, 2023 in Edmonton.Photo by Greg Southam /Postmedia As smoke obscures the city skyline the Air Quality Health Index is still consider high risk. Taken on Sunday, July 16, 2023 in Edmonton.Photo by Greg Southam /Postmedia A jet skier takes to the North Saskatchewan River near Gold Bar Park on Sunday, July 16, 2023 in Edmonton.Photo by Greg Southam /Postmedia
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/an-indoor-water-park-right-a-generated-photo-of-morea-water-park.jpg?id=60555115&width=1245&height=700&coordinates=0%2C0%2C0%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>In case you haven't heard, Quebec will soon get its own version of a tropical resort — and it's coming with waterslides, Polynesian cabanas, hotels, and even a 1,500-seat theatre.</p><p><span></span>Meet <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/indoor-waterpark-mirabel-quebec-name" target="_blank">Mōrea Parc Aquatique</a>, the massive indoor water park slated to open in Cité Mirabel by 2028. With over $175 million in private investment, the attraction is being designed as a full-on destination, not just a day trip.</p><p>Here's everything we know so far about what could become Quebec's most ambitious tourism project in a long time.</p><h3>What is Mōrea Parc Aquatique?</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGbnYU2pGaz/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Mōrea is a world-class indoor water park and entertainment complex inspired by the islands of French Polynesia. The project was <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/moana-parc-aquatique-is-being-built-in-quebec-over-the-next-few-years" target="_blank">originally announced in 2021 as the MOANA Aquatics Centre</a><em><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/moana-parc-aquatique-is-being-built-in-quebec-over-the-next-few-years">MOANA Aquatics Centre</a></em> but rebranded and relaunched after pandemic-related delays. Now, with construction expected to start in summer 2026, it's officially back on track.</p><h3>Where is it being built?</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHWydHipaz7/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Mōrea is being built in Cité Mirabel, about 45 minutes north of Montreal, near exit 28 on Highway 15, along Chaumont Street.</p><h3>What will it include?</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DI7DTg1xXDV/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><ul><li>20+ water attractions, including a water roller coaster, indoor surf zone, lazy river, and interactive play areas</li><li>One top-secret slide teased as the "first of its kind on the planet"</li><li>An 11-storey parking facility</li><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/water-park-quebec-mirabel-wave-pool" target="_blank">No wave pool</a> — a deliberate choice by developer Ray Junior Courtemanche, who says wave pools take up too much space, use excessive water, and increase the risk of injury</li><li>Two hotels connected by a sky bridge</li><li>Full spa and wellness centre</li><li>Restaurants, boutiques, and rooftop reception spaces</li><li>A 70,000-square-foot convention centre</li><li>A 1,500-seat theatre for shows and large events</li></ul><h3>Why the Disney comparison?</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHbYpyqOkig/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Mōrea was initially announced in 2021 under the name "MOANA Aquatics Centre," which shares its name with Disney's 2016 animated film "Moana." However, the project was later rebranded to "Mōrea Parc Aquatique" to establish its own identity.</p><p>While it's not affiliated with Disney, the scale and vision behind Mōrea are reminiscent of major theme parks. With immersive theming, on-site lodging, a mascot, and entertainment venues, it's being billed as a full family-focused experience.</p><h3>When will it be open to the public?</h3><br/><img alt="An indoor water park." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="2f6c53aad97460f786834aa240199851" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="b75a6" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/an-indoor-water-park.jpg?id=60554280&width=980"/><p>The first phase, including the Polynesian-style water park and one hotel, is expected to open in 2028. More elements — like the convention centre and theatre — will follow.</p><h3>Why is it a big deal?</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DKIf0O4skio/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><ul><li>It may end up being the largest indoor water park ever built in Canada</li><li>The project is expected to create over 1,000 jobs</li><li>It's being billed as a year-round tourism anchor for the Laurentians</li></ul><div><br/></div><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p>
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