Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Alberta: High Winds and Hail Expected – Calgary Weather Hail Storm

Calgary and Edmonton, in central and southern Alberta, are included under a severe thunderstorm watch issued by Environment Canada. The alert, that is in effect from Monday afternoon, May 26, 2025, warns of strong weather conditions developing between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM MDT.

The forecast indicates the possibility of:

• Wind gusts up to 100 km/h
• Large hail, potentially the size of loonies
• Heavy rainfall

While the chance of tornadoes remains low, the dynamic nature of the weather system means conditions could change rapidly.

📍 Affected Areas

The severe thunderstorm watch encompasses a broad region, including:

• Calgary
• Edmonton
• Cochrane
• Airdrie
• Rocky View County
• Fort McMurray @EconomicTimes

Residents in these areas are advised to stay informed and prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions.

🛡️ Safety Precautions

Environment Canada advises the public to take the following precautions:

• Secure loose objects that could become projectiles in high winds.discoverairdrie.com
• Seek shelter indoors immediately if threatening weather approaches.
• Avoid open fields and tall objects during thunderstorms to reduce the risk of lightning strikes.
• Monitor local weather updates through reliable sources.

For real-time updates and alerts, visit Environment Canada’s Alberta Weather Alerts.