Winter Storm Watch issued in Nova Scotia as heavy snow likely for Monday
CTV
A low pressure system in the southern U.S. will move to the eastern seaboard on Sunday. The system will then strengthen as it moves northward to pass just by the southwest of Nova Scotia on Monday.
A low pressure system in the southern U.S. will move to the eastern seaboard on Sunday. The system will then strengthen as it moves northward to pass just by the southwest of Nova Scotia on Monday.
It's a good setup for a heavy snowfall for Nova Scotia. Not only will the low-pressure system pack a lot of moisture, but the path keeps colder air in place for Nova Scotia. Both necessary for a heavier snow with less mixing in of ice pellets or rain.
Saturday afternoon Environment Canada issued a Winter Storm Watch for much of Nova Scotia, excluding Cape Breton and parts of Cumberland/Colchester Counties where the snow could be lighter.
The watch advises on a general 15 to 25 cm of snow possible Sunday overnight through Monday. The snow accompanied by a northeast wind gusting 60 to 70 km/h except up to 90 km/h on exposed areas of the coast.
The weather agency advises that "visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow. Poor weather conditions may contribute to transportation delays. There may be a significant impact on rush hour traffic in urban areas."
