Another blast of snow as February kicks off in Atlantic Canada
Back-to-back storm systems bring snowy impacts through the start of February across Atlantic Canada
After a couple of snowy systems that prompted early school closures and travel impacts this week, an active pattern will stay locked in place for Atlantic Canada as we kick off the month of February this weekend.
That means more messy winter storms and the potential for travel impacts.
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Keep in mind however, that this type of set-up is normal for this time of year, and while the back-to-back storm systems may feel overwhelming at times, it is nothing unusual for the region in February. It may just feel slightly heightened in terms of activity based on an overall quieter first half of the winter season so far.
Remember to stay up-to-date with the latest weather alerts in your area when winter storms hit, and be sure to monitor road conditions throughout the region.
This weekend: More snow with a couple of systems to watch
Additional snowfall is forecast across Atlantic Canada heading into the weekend.
On Friday, a weak system will move over the Maritimes, bringing 3-5 cm of snow to much of New Brunswick, PEI and southern Nova Scotia. Heavier snow totals between 5-10 cm are forecast to fall in eastern sections of Nova Scotia.
The system will move towards Newfoundland through the overnight hours and into Saturday morning, with heavy snow once again targeting the Avalon and Burin peninsulas. Totals could reach between 5-10 cm, which is more significant than anything the area has seen for much of this winter so far.
Ongoing sea-effect snow squalls could increase totals in western Newfoundland, as well.
The temperature rollercoaster will continue across the region, as warm and cold air masses fight to win out over each other.
Temperatures will rebound across the southern Maritimes for Friday, turning colder once again for the start of the weekend on Saturday.
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This type of pattern with the flip-flopping temperatures can be conducive to more messy and moisture-packed winter storms. It's only a matter of time until the next snowy system moves in by Monday.
Stay tuned to The Weather Network for the latest forecast updates for Atlantic Canada.