1 week Ago By The Weather Network
Wintry weather refuses to let go of its grip across Atlantic Canada, as another round of snow, freezing rain and rain hits the region this week. The event could produce as much as 30 cm of snow or 50 mm of rain, with a period of freezing rain thrown in for some areas, as well. DON'T MISS: Get to know the hidden gems across Canada Expect potential travel and power issues across communities where snow and ice coat roadways and sidewalks, as well as trees and hydro poles.
Motorists may also face hazardous driving conditions from water pooling on roadways. Be sure to monitor local weather alerts and check highway conditions before heading out to start the week. Winter hangs on for parts of the Maritimes and Newfoundland Pockets of cooler air will lead to a wintry mix throughout both New Brunswick and Newfoundland over the next couple of days.
Parts of Newfoundland could see periods of freezing and slick travel conditions north of Corner Brook later Monday. The icy weather will become more widespread in the evening and overnight hours. SEE ALSO: A major polar vortex disruption is influencing Canada’s weather Beware the risk for tree damage and power outages across communities that see significant ice accretion from freezing rain.
A period of snow is likely across the northern half of New Brunswick and parts of Newfoundland, with a second colder and faster storm moving through on Tuesday. Heavy snowfall rates are possible through the overnight hours on Tuesday, with as much as 10-25 cm possible between Grand Falls, Campbellton and Miramichi, N.B.
Rainy conditions expected for southern sections Meanwhile, folks across southern New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and southern Newfoundland can expect rain—heavy at times—as mild flow from the Atlantic Ocean dominates these regions. Forecasters expect the heaviest rainfall totals in the Maritimes to focus on the Bay of Fundy shores, where 20-40 mm could fall in the gauges through Tuesday morning. Folks down toward Halifax can expect lighter rainfall totals on the order of 5-10 mm, but as much as 30 mm is possible for Cape Breton.
The double-dose of moisture heading for Newfoundland will beef up totals throughout eastern portions of the island. Expect a widespread 30-50 mm of rain here, including Gander , while around 50 mm of rain is likely for most of the Avalon and Burin Peninsulas, including St. John’s .
A rainfall warning is in effect, with the threat for elevated water levels in creeks and streams as well as localized flooding, especially in poor drainage areas. Looking ahead, another system will sweep into the region, bringing the potential of more showers mid-week. Temperatures will be warmer than usual to start the week, before a shot of cooler air sends temperatures tumbling below normal.
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