These environmental and climate heatmaps are developed through a partnership between Ukko Agro Inc. and Saskatchewan Pulse Growers to support Saskatchewan producers and agronomists.
Weather data is collected from a 20 km grid of virtual stations using hourly weather data from IBM/The Weather Company. Maps are generated in four-day increments for average, maximum, and minimum temperature, giving you timely updates to inform management decisions. In addition, a frost risk map is produced for each day, allowing growers to monitor and respond to potential frost events.
The maps provide producers and agronomists with the data to optimize seeding planning and predict potential emergence risks, ultimately aiming to improve yields and reduce risks associated with weather variability across Saskatchewan. Access to reliable climate data empowers growers to respond to changing conditions throughout the growing season.
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Temperature Maps: Agronomist Notes
- Average temperatures remain cool across Saskatchewan (~5–10 °C), which will slow emergence and early pulse crop development, particularly in central and eastern regions.
- Daytime maximum temperatures range from ~15–20 °C across most areas, with warmer conditions up to ~20–25 °C in the southwest supporting seeding progress and early growth.
- Cool nighttime minimum temperatures (~0–5 °C) are widespread and may limit early crop development while increasing stress on newly emerged crops.
- Cooler conditions in eastern and northeastern regions will delay soil drying and slow overall crop progress compared to the southwest.
- Fields seeded into cool soils should be monitored for delayed or uneven emergence, especially where soil moisture is limited.
Precipitation Map: Agronomist Notes
- Limited precipitation is expected across the province, with most areas receiving little to no rainfall.
- Light precipitation (~1–5 mm) is concentrated in a narrow central to eastern corridor.
- Dry conditions will continue to support seeding progress across most regions, especially in the west.
- Low rainfall may limit topsoil moisture and result in uneven germination, particularly in drier southwestern areas.
- Light moisture in central and eastern regions may help activate soil applied herbicides and improve germination conditions.
- Disease risk remains low due to the combination of cool temperatures and generally dry conditions.
Frost Maps: Agronomist Notes
- Frost risk is present across much of Saskatchewan, particularly from Thursday through Sunday, with several regions experiencing 2–6+ hours of frost.
- The highest frost risk occurs over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday), with widespread and prolonged frost hours across central, eastern, and southeastern regions.
- Repeated frost events may increase stress on emerged pulse crops, especially early-seeded peas and lentils.
- Newly emerged crops may experience leaf damage, although growing points often remain protected.
- Germinated seeds below ground are largely protected from frost injury.
While efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of these maps, it is important to understand that weather-driven models are inherently uncertain, and forecasts may not be 100% precise. The maps presented are based on the weather conditions at the time of the forecast and are subject to change as conditions evolve.
These maps are intended to serve as a general guide for understanding potential environmental and climate-related conditions and should not be relied upon as the sole basis for operational or management decisions. Local site conditions, land management practices, and other variables may influence outcomes beyond what is captured in the model. Where possible, verify conditions with on-site measurements and observations, and consult qualified professionals for advice tailored to your location and objectives.
Information related to these weather-based environmental and climate condition maps are OFFERED TO THE PUBLIC FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The map creators and collaborating organizations assume no liability for decisions made or actions taken based on the use of this information.