Grab your umbrella before heading out today. Environment Canada forecasts a wet pattern for Saint John starting this Friday and lasting through Sunday.

Rainy Start to the Weekend

Friday brings mostly cloudy skies with a 60 percent chance of showers. Morning fog patches dissipate early. Expect a high of 19 degrees Celsius and a moderate UV index of 5. Winds pick up tonight. North winds blow at 20 kilometres per hour and gust up to 40. The overnight temperature drops to 14 degrees.

Saturday and Sunday Conditions

The cloudy and wet conditions continue into the weekend. Saturday sees a 60 percent chance of rain. Northeast winds blow stronger at 30 kilometres per hour with gusts reaching 50. The daytime high hits 16 degrees. Saturday night remains cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers and a low of 10 degrees.

Sunday offers similar weather. Expect cloudy skies and a 30 percent chance of showers throughout the day. Temperatures peak at 16 degrees. Sunday night stays cloudy as temperatures dip to 9 degrees.

Seven Day Outlook

You see the sun return on Monday. The forecast promises bright skies and a high of 23 degrees. Monday night remains clear with a low of 10.

Tuesday and Wednesday bring a mix of sun and clouds. Tuesday warms up to 20 degrees. Wednesday reaches a high of 18 degrees. Rain returns Wednesday night and continues into Thursday.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an umbrella this weekend in Saint John?

Yes. Both Friday and Saturday have a 60 percent chance of showers. Sunday has a 30 percent chance of rain.

When does the sun return to the city?

Monday brings clear skies and full sunshine. The temperature also warms up to a high of 23 degrees.

Are there any high winds expected?

Yes. Friday night features wind gusts up to 40 kilometres per hour. Saturday brings stronger northeast winds gusting up to 50 kilometres per hour.