What was the climate like at the southern edge of the boreal forest in Saskatchewan 100yrs ago?
About 100 years ago, winters in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, which is near the southern edge of the boreal forest were, on average were colder and drier. As well, summers were cooler and drier than during this time they have been recently. Most experts agree that average global temperatures could rise by 1 to 6 degrees Celsius over the next century (IPCC). In Canada, this could mean an increase in annual mean temperatures in some regions of between 5 and 10 degrees (Environment Canada). The seasons in which we can expect the greatest warming will be during the winter and spring. Predictions of precipitation are difficult to project and it is not clear if this region will be drier or wetter.
