Christmas Eve storm to bring up to 40 cm of snow to N.B.
Warnings and watches issued for southern areas of province
Last-minute shoppers will have to fight more than just the crowds if they plan on heading out Christmas Eve throughout New Brunswick.
A storm is bringing as much as 40 centimetres of snow to higher-terrain areas of the province, according to Environment Canada.
The weather service has issued snowfall warnings for the Fundy coast, interior Charlotte County and the Sussex area. Those areas can expect 15-25 centimetres.
A special weather statement has also been issued for other areas of southern New Brunswick, including Fredericton and Moncton, where up to 15 centimetres can be expected.
CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin said temperatures should remain below zero, except for areas right along the coast, where the snow could be mixed with rain later in the day.
"The snow will be persistent for the morning, you may see some lulls mid-morning into the afternoon, but there's more snow where that came from," said Simpkin.
Storm tracking south
The storm will make its way south throughout the day, with some northern areas only seeing a light snowfall.
The storm will likely make for some torturous driving throughout the day in many areas.
According to 511, the province's road condition service, roads throughout southwestern New Brunswick are listed as snow covered.
Simpkin said people in northern New Brunswick, from Perth-Andover to the Acadian Peninsula, are probably safe to go on the roads now, but people in the south may want to hold off.
She said the wind doesn't appear to be an issue, which should help out road crews.
"At least once they clear it, it's not going to be 10 minutes later having to clear the same area," said Simpkin.
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Let it snow Let it snow Let it snow
SarahRose Werner
"Last-minute
shoppers will have to fight more than just the crowds if they plan on
heading out Christmas Eve throughout New Brunswick." - Judging by the
crowd at the Superstore yesterday, a good number of last-minute shoppers
looked at the weather forecast and did the smart thing.
Al Clark
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Sounds like an awesome time to shop (is there such a thing?) is now ;-)
David Amos
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"A
storm is bringing as much as 40 centimetres of snow to higher-terrain
areas of the Fundy coast, interior Charlotte County and the Sussex area"
You know where I hang my hat Correct?
More snow on the way for Christmas Eve in the Maritimes
Low moving in Tuesday could bring 25 centimetres or more for some
Winter is certainly off to a cold and snowy start.
On the heels of our weekend storm, we'll see yet another system arrive in the Maritimes for Christmas Eve, with more snow and more travel impacts.
Forecast confidence is lower than normal with this system. Unlike most systems that track through our region, this one looks set to bring some small-scale heavier snow bands, which are more challenging to predict.
That said, snowfall amounts from five to 15 centimetres appear likely for most of the western half of the Maritimes through Tuesday.
Within that area of snowfall, those heavier pockets are where we will likely see amounts ranging between 15 and 25 centimetres, or even more.
Some areas could see 25 centimetres of snow or more, but where they will be is hard to predict with this system. (Ryan Snoddon/CBC)
Southern New Brunswick as well as western Nova Scotia look most likely to see the higher totals based on the track of the system.
Environment Canada has issued snowfall warnings for those areas most likely to see the heaviest snowfall.
The system will arrive overnight Monday and into Tuesday morning and will continue to drop snow throughout the day.
The snow will likely mix with rain right along the coastline for Digby, Yarmouth and Shelburne counties in Nova Scotia, as well as in Grand Manan and Coastal Charlotte County.
Environment Canada has snowfall warnings in place for several counties. (Ryan Snoddon/CBC)
Elsewhere, the snow will continue Tuesday afternoon before tapering to flurries throughout Tuesday evening and overnight.
The good news is high pressure returns with brighter skies and better travel conditions for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Friday and possibly right into the weekend.
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Expect messy Christmas Eve weather
Up to 15 cm of snow expected in some areas of New Brunswick
New Brunswickers wishing for a white Christmas are in luck, while those hoping for easy Christmas Eve travels may be out of it.
A storm forecast to bring as much as 15 centimetres of snow to southern areas of the province is expected to hit early Tuesday morning and last throughout the day.
CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin said the system will be coming from the northwest and tracking through the province over a 12-hour period, wrapping up Tuesday evening in the south.
While the snow will be dry, it will be accompanied by wind gusts of 50 km/h, which could make driving more difficult.
"It is manageable on the roads if there's not a lot of people out there," said Simpkin.
"Do expect if you're going to be having to get out on the roads tomorrow afternoon to use caution. It definitely will be slippery."
Simpkin said people in southern New Brunswick should plan on an early start if they want to avoid the mess, while people in the north should hold off on travel until the late afternoon.
Special weather statement
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for southern New Brunswick.
The department has highlighted the "unusual uncertainty in the amount of snowfall accumulation expected with this system."
"It is likely that snowfall warnings will be issued later today for parts of southern New Brunswick," said Environment Canada.
With files from Information Morning Moncton
Monday Monday, can't trust that day
Carly Wattson
Reply to David Amos
Tell me why?
David Amos
Reply to Carly Wattson
My first comment told the tale
Don Corey
Reply to David Amos
Could it relate to "events" from exactly one week ago?
Carly Wattson
Reply to Don Corey
Um….not a fan of songs about Monday?
Don Corey
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Not really. My favourite is about Sunday morning from a guy in black. Is this what Justin was singing a week ago, and again today?
Reply to Don Corey
Bingo
Carly Wattson
Reply to Don Corey
“That’s nice, dear.”
Reply to David Amos
So…you don’t want to shute the whole day down?
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Here in northern NB 30 cm is welcomed by many, and just an inconvenience to others (like me).
Looks like the NW will get a pass on this one, but we'll pass the south soon enough.
Merry Christmas to all!
Reply to Don Corey
Climate change blimy mange.
David Amos
SarahRose Werner
Everyone who was dreaming of a white Christmas is happy now! :-)
David Amos
Reply to SarahRose Werner
Everybody knows Bo and I were Happy Happy Happy 2 days ago
Vel Oakes
Reply to SarahRose Werner
I'm one of the happy ones here in NS. About time my Christmas wish was granted. :)
Denis Reagan
Reply to Vel Oakes
Will she jump out of a cake?
Vel Oakes
Reply to Denis Reagan
She won't; maybe he will. I'm female. :) Thanks for the laugh. Merry Christmas.
Reply to Hardee Steinfelt
And not like the "green Christmases" of the past few years, either.
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Winter storm warning still in effect for Moncton after snow blankets parts of N.B. overnight
Up to 15 more centimetres of snow expected today
Moncton and the rest of southeastern New Brunswick saw the region's first winter storm overnight Friday.
The weather system brought five to 10 centimetres of snow, but an additional 10 to 15 centimetres is expected through Saturday, according to Environment Canada.
The storm did not impact Fredericton and Saint John in the same way, with those cities seeing only a few centimetres of snowfall overnight.
As of 9:30 a.m. Saturday, N.B. Power was not reporting any outages.
Air Canada is advising travellers of winter operating conditions for all New Brunswick airports. Passengers are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
A wind warning advisory is in place for the Confederation Bridge between N.B. and P.E.I., which may result in traffic restrictions being put in place until 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Environment Canada says strong winds will also lead to reduced visibility throughout the day Saturday, especially along exposed areas of the coast. Wind gusts up to 70 km/h are expected, with the wind chill dipping to -15 in the afternoon.
Residents of southeastern N.B. are advised to consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.
Weather warnings lifted for New Brunswick after winter storm rolls through
More than 20 centimetres of snow fell in Moncton by Saturday afternoon
Moncton and the rest of southeastern New Brunswick saw the region's first winter storm overnight Friday.
The weather system brought five to 10 centimetres of snow. Another 10 to 15 centimetres was expected through Saturday, according to Environment Canada.
The storm did not impact Fredericton and Saint John in the same way, with those cities seeing only a few centimetres of snowfall overnight.
Air Canada is advised travellers of winter operating conditions for all New Brunswick airports. Passengers were advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
On Saturday afternoon, RCMP in New Brunswick warned that travel on Highway 2 between Moncton and Nova Scotia was not recommended due to poor road conditions and low visibility.
As of 2 p.m. Saturday, Environment Canada reported that 22 centimetres of snow had fallen in Moncton and 12 centimetres in Saint John, with another two to five expected.
Actually, I wish that for everyone.
I agree! I hope she has a great holiday w/ family and friends!!
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That has zero to do with any person who stands their ground.
Reply to Margie Anderson
I do.
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Hardee Steinfelt
Its beginning to look alot like Christmas.
SarahRose Werner
Reply to Hardee Steinfelt
And not like the "green Christmases" of the past few years, either.
David Amos
Reply to Hardee Steinfelt
Yup
Allan Marven
Reply to SarahRose Werner
Grinch ain't gonna be happy.
David Amos
Jim Redmond
Why do they issue winter storm warnings? Just look outside or watch/search the weather forecast.
John Smith
Reply to Jim Redmond
The forecasts are for people who actually leave the house and participate in life so you don’t need to worry about it Jim.
MR Cain
Reply to Jim Redmond
Where does one search the weather forecast? The same place they would issue winter storm warnings.
David Amos
Reply to John Smith
I resemble that remark
Michael Samson
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Reply to MR Cain
Pretty quiet here. Snow drifting down. No " tumult".Sun peeking through.
MR Cain
Reply to Allan Marven
This is the Maritimes; look out the back door.
David Amos
My best buddy Bo frolicked in the snow all day
David Amos
Methinks he must have been dreaming of a White Christmas N'esy Pas?
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