St. John’s, NL – Cold temperatures and gusty winds are set to challenge weekend plans across Newfoundland, with St. John’s bracing for flurries and freezing wind chills.
According to Environment Canada, light snowshowers and sustained winds up to 40 km/h will persist through Saturday, creating reduced visibility and slippery roads, especially near the Trans-Canada Highway. Saturday evening holds a 60% chance of flurries, with overnight lows near -3°C and wind chill values dropping to -7°C.
Motorists are urged to drive with caution, especially after dark. Visibility may drop to 5 km or less at times, and untreated roads could become icy. Residents should bundle up for outdoor activities, as wind chills in the morning could reach -8°C.
Saturday will remain cloudy with temperatures hovering around 0°C. Conditions ease slightly by Sunday, offering a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 3°C. However, cloud cover returns overnight with lows near -2°C.
Five-Day Outlook for St. John’s:
- Monday: Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries, high 1°C.
- Tuesday: Periods of rain with highs near 9°C, nighttime lows of -4°C.
- Wednesday: A mix of sun and cloud, high -1°C.
- Thursday: Light snow showers possible, colder air returning.
- Friday: Cloudy and breezy, continued sub-zero lows.
