ORANGE WARNING- WINTER STORM

3:58 PM NST Tuesday 17 February 2026
Impact Level: High
Forecast Confidence: High
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Snow at times heavy, blowing snow, and strong winds are expected.

Locations: St. John’s and vicinity and Avalon Peninsula North.

Total snowfall: 25 to 55 cm. The highest snowfall amounts will be inland and over higher terrain, with lesser amounts at lower elevations along the coast. Maximum wind gusts: northerly 80 km/h. Time span: this evening until overnight Wednesday night.

Remarks: Snowfall rates of 2 to 5 cm per hour are possible at times. Strong winds accompanying the snow will reduce visibility in blowing snow, especially late overnight tonight and Wednesday morning. While the heaviest snow is expected to taper off Wednesday night, periods of snow, freezing drizzle or drizzle will continue into the weekend, resulting in additional snowfall accumulations. Roads and walkways will likely be very difficult to navigate.

Travel will likely be hazardous.

Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.

For more information on getting prepared:

https://www.canada.ca/en/services/policing/emergencies/preparedness/get-prepared/hazards-emergencies/winter-storms.html