Snow may impact Thursday commutes in Calgary and along the QE2
A developing low over Montana is forecast to bring 5-10 cm of snow to southern Alberta through Thursday, with localized amounts of 20-30 cm possible under heavy snow bands
A developing low pressure system over Montana, combined with easterly winds and upsloping snow along the Rockies, is expected to bring significant snowfall to southern Alberta. Locally, snow totals of 20+ cm are possible through Thursday, potentially causing travel disruptions along the QE2 corridor.
Weather Highlights:
Substantial snow (10-20+cm) risk for southern Alberta from Wednesday night through Thursday
Hardest-hit areas uncertain but may include Red Deer, Calgary and Lethbridge
Prepare for possible winter travel Thursday, with slower commutes
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Poor travel conditions expected through Thursday morning. Allow extra time for travel.
Heavy snowfall and reduced visibility likely for Calgary Thursday commutes
Snow will begin overnight across the southern foothills and parts of southern Alberta. Bands of heavy snow are forecast to impact Calgary and surrounding areas during Thursday morning’s commute.
Uncertainty remains regarding the exact location of the heaviest snowfall swath, which will influence the severity of impacts. Heavy snow bands are expected to continue moving through southern Alberta throughout the day.
By the evening commute, Calgary and neighbouring regions will likely see ongoing snowfall. Easterly wind gusts of 30-40 km/h may also reduce visibility on roads at times.
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A general snowfall accumulation of 5-10 cm is expected across southern Alberta. However, areas under the heaviest snow bands could see totals ranging from 10-20+ cm, with localized amounts of 20-30 cm possible.
Beyond, somewhat changeable temperatures are expected but overall, near-seasonal or colder-than-seasonal daytime highs are expected during early April.
Stay with The Weather Network for the latest on conditions across Alberta.