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Up to 80 cm of snow could fall in parts of N.S. this weekend: Environment Canada

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WATCH: Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Nova Scotia, with up to 80 cm of snow “or possibly higher” expected in parts of the province over the weekend. Global meteorologist Ross Hull has the details. – Feb 2, 2024

Despite an early spring prediction from Nova Scotia’s most famous groundhog, there’s still plenty of winter weather on the way with a “prolonged period of snowfall” this weekend.

Environment Canada says up to 80 centimetres of snow “or possibly higher” is expected in eastern mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton Island, with 30 to 40 centimetres of snow in central Nova Scotia.

Snowfall warnings were issued Friday in central and eastern Nova Scotia.

“A low pressure system southwest of Nova Scotia will slowly track eastward tonight. This low will intensify on Saturday and become quasi-stationary southeast of the province resulting in a prolonged period of snow for the region,” it said.

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“Additionally, increasing northeasterly winds could result in reduced visibilities in blowing snow over exposed areas tonight and into the weekend.”

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The snow will taper to flurries Sunday night or Monday.

“Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow,” it said. “Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Heavy snowfall accumulation may cause tree branches to break.”

Nova Scotia’s Department of Public Works says people should avoid unnecessary travel this weekend.

“This is certainly looking like a pretty significant snowfall event coupled with some strong winds, especially in eastern Nova Scotia, and it’s going to come in a couple of waves,” said Global News meteorologist Ross Hull.

“I don’t think Halifax is entirely out of the woods when it comes to this system,” he added. “There’s still a potential for a decent amount of snow.”

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