Edmonton has experienced its wettest June on record, with 262 millimeters of rain falling by Sunday, surpassing the previous benchmark set in 1914. This month’s rainfall is more than triple the historical June average of 79 mm. Over the weekend, the city received 57 mm of rain, bringing it closer to breaking the all-time monthly rainfall record. Meteorologists predict more showers leading into the July long weekend, potentially making this the second wettest month ever recorded in Edmonton. The wettest month in the city’s history was July 1901, with 283 mm of rain. Environment Canada continues to assess the recent rainfall amounts and storm damage. Thunderstorm conditions are forecasted, increasing the likelihood of Edmonton breaking the all-time monthly rainfall record. A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Edmonton and east-central Alberta as the region anticipates more heavy rainfall.