Tomorrow's Weather Edmonton: Heavy Snow, Bitter Cold Winds

Edmonton Dec 17, 2025: Prepare for a day of heavy snow and biting cold winds with icy conditions expected.

Tomorrow's forecast:

Morning Snowfall with Bitter Cold -14°C Feels Like -25°C

    Today started off cold and windy, but tomorrow morning will bring intense snowfall with temperatures around -14°C and a biting wind chill making it feel like -25°C. Snow accumulation will be significant, around 13.3 cm, with light winds gusting up to 44 km/h, creating challenging travel conditions. The 100% chance of precipitation means snow will be steady and heavy during the early hours.

Activities Recommendations for the morning of Dec 17, 2025:

  • Commute: Allow extra travel time as heavy snow and gusty winds may slow down roads and reduce visibility.

  • Dog Walks & Errands: Best to keep outdoor pet walks brief and plan errands carefully due to slippery surfaces and cold wind chill.

  • Winter Sports: Ideal conditions for skiing or snowboarding enthusiasts to enjoy fresh snow at local clubs.

Temperatures remain frigid, dropping to -15°C with feels-like as low as -26°C

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Snow Continues with Temperatures Dropping to -16°C

    Snowfall will persist into the afternoon with temperatures dropping further to -16°C and a wind chill still near -25°C. Snow accumulation will add another 5.5 cm, while winds remain light but gusty up to 38 km/h. The 90% precipitation probability indicates snow showers will continue, maintaining a wintry landscape throughout the day.

Activities Recommendations for the afternoon of Dec 17, 2025:

  • Outdoor Activities: Winter hiking and ice skating remain great options with proper winter gear to stay warm and safe.

  • Shopping & Events: Take advantage of indoor festive markets and holiday events to stay cozy while enjoying seasonal celebrations.

  • Pet Care: Keep pets warm and limit outdoor exposure during peak snow and wind periods.

Partly Cloudy with Scattered Flurries and -19°C Temperature

    Evening will bring a break from heavy snow with partly cloudy skies and scattered flurries possible. Temperatures will drop to around -19°C with light winds and gusts up to 15 km/h. Snow accumulation will be minimal at 0.2 cm, but the cold will persist, and icy patches may form due to the flash freeze warning overnight.

Activities Recommendations for the evening of Dec 17, 2025:

  • Evening Walks: Exercise caution on sidewalks and roads as icy conditions develop after sunset.

  • Indoor Gatherings: Perfect time to enjoy indoor holiday events and warm up after a day in the cold.

  • Pet Care: Ensure pets have a warm shelter as temperatures plunge overnight.

Snowfall intensifies from early morning, peaking at 3.0 mm between 9am and 11am

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Packing preparations for tomorrow:

  • Warm insulated winter coat and thermal layers

  • Waterproof boots with good traction for snow and ice

  • Gloves, hat, and scarf to protect against wind chill

  • Emergency car kit if traveling due to icy roads

  • Snow gear for outdoor winter sports

  • Flashlight or headlamp for early darkness and icy conditions

  • Keep mobile devices charged for weather updates and alerts

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