Special Weather Statement Issued for East Coast of Newfoundland: Snow and Freezing Rain Forecast

Alert Details

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the east coast of Newfoundland. The alert remains in effect as a weather system bringing a mix of wintry precipitation approaches the region.

Affected Areas

The primary geographic scope for this alert is the east coast of Newfoundland, with specific impact noted for the Bonavista North area.

Expected Conditions

Residents should prepare for a complex mix of precipitation types:

• Snow and Ice Pellets: Total accumulations are expected to range between 10 to 20 cm.
• Freezing Rain: A duration of approximately 4 hours is anticipated, with total freezing rain amounts between 2 to 5 mm.

Precipitation is forecast to begin as snow, potentially resulting in significant accumulations. The system will then transition into several hours of ice pellets and freezing rain before eventually changing over to rain or drizzle.

Timeline

The alert is effective from overnight tonight through Thursday evening, March 12, 2026. Additionally, the agency notes that further snowfall accumulations are possible on Friday following the passage of a cold front.

What You Should Do

Environment Canada advises residents to continue monitoring local alerts and forecasts. To report severe weather, you can email NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X (formerly Twitter) using the hashtag #NLwx.