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By northeastNOW Staff

First storm of the season

Heavy snow, gusty winds in the forecast for Northeast Sask.

Nov 18, 2024 | 6:37 AM

Hazardous winter conditions are expected in the province’s Northeast over the next two days.

On Monday morning, Environment Canada issued a winter storm warning for a large section from just north of Humboldt up to Pelican Narrows. The warning includes Melfort, Tisdale and Nipawin where up to 30 centimtres of snow is expected by Wednesday morning.

Meteorologists at Environment Canada say a strong low pressure system approaching from the south will bring heavy snow, freezing rain, and gusty winds to the region. Wet snow and freezing rain will begin Monday afternoon and then transition to heavy snow Monday night and through Tuesday. Total snowfall amounts for the area of 20 to 30 cms are expected by Wednesday morning. Along with the snow, gusty northwest winds will develop resulting in reduced visibility in snow and blowing snow. Conditions are expected to improve Wednesday morning.

A screenshot of the winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada. The yellow portion shows areas under a winter storm watch. (weather.gc.ca)

The Prince Albert area has 2 to 4 cms of snow in the forecast, while the Battlefords and Meadow Lake areas can expect 2 cms of snow and a risk of freezing rain Monday.

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To check winter driving conditions in the province before heading out, visit the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline website.

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