Bad weather Summer is looking bad in several regions of North America, including Quebec. Temperature anomalies, hot and cold, are observed everywhere. While the mercury remains between 2°C and 5°C below normal in Quebec, in the prairies and on the American west coast, the heat dominates in the Far North. In fact, heat warnings have … Read more
frozen giantess The James Webb Space Telescope officially goes live. Scientists will study many objects over the next few months. Two of them are part of the solar system. The atmosphere of the icy giants Uranus and Neptune is of interest to researchers. In fact, it is composed of a large amount of methane, which … Read more
The July full moon, which is called thunder moon, will appear 14% larger and 30% brighter than the others. Also named thunder moon, it is so named because of the frequency of thunderstorms at this time of year in Quebec. The province actually observes about 27 days with thunderstorms in July, in addition to 8 … Read more
Storms to watch The cold front that accompanies a depression could create uplift, generating a climate of instability. Plus, the profuse heat and humidity ahead of the front will fuel these storm cells, kicking the potential up a notch. Moderate risk The conditions are therefore conducive to the formation of violent storms throughout the territory. … Read more
The boxes are made, the trucks are reserved, the leases are signed: all that remains is to move in. These carefully planned plans, however, are at the mercy of the elements, and the weather can be a game changer. What to expect for 2022? Good news ! July 1, 2022 should be sunny and hot. … Read more
Severe thunderstorm watches are currently in effect for many regions of northwestern Quebec. Abitibi-Témiscamingue and the Chibougamau sector are particularly likely to see lightning. Much of the north shore of the St. Lawrence River is threatened by a low risk of severe thunderstorms today. Western, southern and central Quebec, with regions such as Abitibi, the … Read more
The first heat wave of 2022 was particularly early, hitting many areas of southern Quebec in mid-May. This situation is exceptional, insofar as there are generally very few heat waves in May. Since data collection began in 1942, Montreal has only observed five, including the 2022 episode. While the heat had recently lost a lot … Read more
Are you stressed about flying? Do you have motion sickness? It is no longer necessary today to dedicate an entire suitcase to your first aid kit, certain essential oils perfectly playing the role of allies for the skin as well as for minor health concerns. Peppermint, lavender, tea tree, here are the essentials to slip … Read more