Nova Scotia Braces for More Snowfall
As Nova Scotia braces for more snowfall, residents can expect significant accumulations from an incoming Alberta clipper. The winter of 2025-26 has been marked by cold temperatures and ample snowfall, creating a wintry backdrop across the province.
Upcoming Snowfall Details
Forecasters predict that snow will begin hitting the province on Wednesday and persist into Thursday. The expected snowfall totals are between 10 and 20 centimeters, with the highest amounts anticipated along:
- Atlantic coastline
- Northumberland Shore
- Cape Breton
Elsewhere, southern New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.) are also likely to experience accumulating snow during the same period.
Impacted Areas and Conditions
Temperatures are forecasted to hover around freezing, leading to heavy, wet snow. This type of snow can weigh down branches and possibly result in power outages. Residents should prepare for potential disruptions.
Conditions are expected to deteriorate, making roads greasy and treacherous throughout Wednesday. The snow will begin in western Nova Scotia early Wednesday morning and spread eastward. Areas most affected include:
- Tri-county
- Valley
- South Shore
During the morning commute, light snow will blanket the metro area, while more severe road conditions will emerge in the Tri-county and South Shore regions, with up to 10 centimeters accumulating.
Evening and Cleanup Expectations
By Wednesday evening, steadier snowfall will extend into eastern regions, tapering off to flurries in the western and central areas by early Thursday morning. Cleanup operations will be in full swing for these regions as gusty northwest winds, reaching up to 40 km/h, create blowing and drifting snow.
In the eastern parts of the province, particularly on the Northumberland Shore and in Cape Breton, snowfall will persist into Thursday morning, gradually giving way to flurries as winds gust between 40 to 60 km/h.
Future Weather Outlook
Quiet weather is expected to return for Friday and Saturday. However, residents should remain alert for another Alberta clipper projected to enter the region Saturday night into Sunday. The potential impacts of this system are still uncertain, and updates will follow.
