Winter Storm Yellow Warning
3:40 PM NST Monday 26 January 2026
Impact Level: Moderate
Forecast Confidence: High
Snow, blowing snow, and strong winds are expected.
Locations: southern and eastern Newfoundland.
Total snowfall: 15 to 25 cm.
Maximum wind gusts: northerly to northwesterly 60 km/h, except 80 along parts of the coast.
Time span: Tuesday and Tuesday night.
Remarks: Strong winds accompanying the snow will reduce visibility at times in blowing snow. Snowfall rates of 2 to 5 cm per hour are possible over some areas.
Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced to near zero at times.
Consider postponing non-essential travel and outdoor activities until conditions improve.
Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.

