Up to 20 cm of snow forecast to slam parts of Alberta
It’s not spring in Alberta without the threat of snow, and up to 20 cm of snow is in the forecast soon for parts of the province.
Luckily, places like Edmonton and Calgary aren’t in the bullseye for significant snow; however, portions of western Alberta aren’t in such a rosy position.
Snowfall warnings were issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) Sunday afternoon for a flurry of areas in mainly western Alberta due to heavy snow forecast in the 10 to 20 centimetre range set to fall starting this evening.
ECCC stated that showers or flurries will change to heavy wet snow tonight, with up to 10 cm possible in some areas by Monday morning. Heavy snow will continue on Monday, with another 10 cm expected during the day.
“Although uncertainty regarding snowfall amounts still remains high with this system, confidence is increasing that areas northwest of Calgary will receive a substantial amount of snow. This snowfall event will end on Monday night,” the federal weather agency added.
Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow and surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop. Take frequent breaks and avoid strain when clearing snow.
Snowfall warnings are in place for areas such as Carstairs, Robb, Cochrane, Canmore, Cynthia, and Kananaskis Village. The full list of warnings can be found online.
As for how the week is shaping up for Edmonton and Calgary, YYC may see around five centimetres of snow fall tomorrow, while YEG will be marked safe from the threat of snow with a high of 10°C on Monday.
Calgary
Environment and Climate Change Canada
The average high for this time of year in Calgary is 13°C, and the average low is -1°C.
Edmonton
Environment and Climate Change Canada
The average high for this time of year in Edmonton is 13°C, and the average low is 1°C.