According to the Farmer's Almanac, the north pole will tilt closest to the sun at 5:44 p.m. Saturday marking the first day of summer in North America.
The first day of summer will be a hot one. As of Friday morning, the forecast for Saturday called for sunshine across Southwestern Ontario. Both London and Sarnia could expect highs of 32 C with a humidex of 38 C and 37 C, respectively. Chatham-Kent and Windsor could expect a daytime high of 31 C with a humidex of 36 C.
Environment and Climate Change Canada Meteorologist Peter Kimball told BlackburnNews.com the forecast calls for a warm summer in Southwestern Ontario with above-average temperatures for the rest of June and July.
The jury is still out on how much rain we can expect.
"Summertime precipitation is governed largely by convective systems, showers and thunderstorms, and those are only predictable within a day or two," said Kimball. "So forecasting how much with respect for the whole summer, you know what? Nobody can really do it."
If you plan on travelling, Kimball expects Eastern Canada to have warmer temperatures this summer, and more average ones over the Prairies and the west coast.
This year, a solar eclipse will mark the start of the season. Those in North America will not see it, but those who are living in Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe will be able to enjoy it.
There is a link to watch it at 1 a.m. Sunday, if you are up.
