Snowfall warnings for up to 20 cm of spring snow in southern Alberta
Snowfall warnings have been issued with as much as 20 cm forecast to fall across parts of southern Alberta through Wednesday
20°C one day, and snow the next. Welcome to springtime in Alberta!
Snowfall warnings were issued for southern sections of the province early Wednesday, with the snow expected to intensify throughout the day. A widespread 5-10 cm is possible, but with some of the harder-hit areas picking up closer to 20 cm by the time all is said and done.
Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow, so drivers are urged to plan ahead, and to prepare for the changing conditions.
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This may not be the last of April's snow chances this week, either. While there's still some uncertainty at this time, another band of snow could develop near Calgary on Thursday.
Snowfall warnings issued for heavy amounts through Wednesday
After reaching 21.4°C, and becoming Canada's hotspot on Tuesday, Lethbridge, and much of southern and central Alberta, saw temperatures fall drastically through Tuesday night.
By early Wednesday morning, temperatures hovered closer to the freezing mark, bringing snow back to the southern foothills.
There's the chance for snowfall near southern Calgary on Wednesday, extending south into Claresholm, Pincher Creek, and Lethbridge, as well.
The snow will likely melt on contact, but with about 3 cm possible for areas in the southwest.
Across the higher elevations of the Rockies, between 10-20 cm of snow is forecast to fall throughout the day.
"Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions," says Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) in the snowfall warning. "Take frequent breaks and avoid strain when clearing snow."
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While the snow will clear out by the evening hours on Wednesday, that might not be the last of the April snow that falls.
Some snow bands may develop on Thursday around Calgary, but there's still some uncertainty with amounts at this time.
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Snowfall is not uncommon in Alberta for March and April, however.
March is the snowiest month on average with 23.8 cm that falls, and April follows closely behind with 22.9 cm. So far, 2025 has has seen below normal snowfall for the spring season.
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We'll see spring's more pleasant side return to the province as early as Friday, with warming temperatures kicking off the Easter long weekend. Across northwestern Alberta, daytime highs are forecast to reach the lower 20s.
A few days of cooler weather are expected for early and mid next week, however, with a period of wetter weather possible during the final week of April.
Be sure to check back for the latest weather updates across Alberta