Weather Guidelines
Extreme weather can have serious impacts on a player's health and safety. Temperatures can change quickly and don't always follow the weather projections. Teams need to be prepared and provide appropriate information when able to. We ask that teams review the following guidelines in regards to cold weather, extreme heat, and air quality.
Cold Weather
Players are encouraged to wear proper layered clothing (pants/long sleeves/coat/gloves/toque) that can be added/removed as needed. As an additional resource, we follow the Saskatoon Youth Soccer Guidelines.
| Training in Cold Weather WITH Precipitation | |
|---|---|
| 0 to 2 degrees Celsius | No more than 40 minutes outside per session |
| 0 degrees Celsius or lower | No outside practice |
| Training in Cold Weather WITHOUT Precipitation | |
|---|---|
| 0 to 2 degrees Celsius | No more than 1 hour outside per session |
| 0 to -3 degrees Celsius | No more than 30 minutes outside per session |
| -4 to lower degrees Celsius | No outside practice |
When referencing the Weather Network you will notice the 'actual temperature' and the 'feels like temperature'. Please refer to the 'feels like' as it takes into account the ambient air temperature, relative humidity & wind speeds to determine how the conditions feel to bare skin.
Extreme Heat
CMFSC follows the BC Soccer Extreme Heat Guidelines. Teams should encourage players to bring sufficient amounts of water to stay hydrated and wear lightweight, breathable clothing.
EHE Activity Chart
| Humidex Value | Discomfort at rest | Risk of overheating during exercise | Activity Modification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 24 C | None | Low | N/A |
| 25C to 29C | None | Low to Moderate | N/A |
| 30C to 34C | Some | Moderate - Athletes should be monitored | Games - Drink Breaks every 30 minutes |
| 35C to 39C | High | High - Athletes should be monitored closely | Games - consider reduced game length, re-schedule kick-off or cancellation |
| 40C | EXTREME | EXTREME | ALL ACTIVITY CANCELLED |
When referencing the Weather Network you will notice the 'actual temperature' and the 'feels like temperature'. Please refer to the 'feels like' as it takes into account the ambient air temperature, relative humidity & wind speeds to determine how the conditions feel to bare skin.
Air Quality
CMFSC uses the Government of Canada's Observed Air Quality Index and Air Quality Guidelines as its two primary resources for making informed decisions around any changes, rescheduling or reduction of its camp programs. As conditions change, the Club will always make decisions in the best interest of the players, members, and staff, and whenever possible, commit to running programs as scheduled.