Published on October 22, 2023 at 8:15 p.m.
The weather in western Canada has a few surprises in store this week: There is a real cold snap in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. With the arrival of an arctic air mass, freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall are expected. Forecasts.
A taste of winter in western Canada
Western Canada is currently experiencing a sudden cold snap, marking the start of an expected winter period. The temperatures are falling, with temperatures below freezing on several consecutive days.
The forecast even suggests frosty nights with temperatures below -10°C. It’s time for residents of these provinces to get out their winter coats and prepare for the rigors of the cold season.
Snowfall in Calgary and beyond
Among the regions most affected by this sudden change in weather, Calgary stands out with snowfall of 10 to 15 centimeters on Tuesday. It will snow particularly heavily on Monday, with significant snow accumulations expected. This situation promises to bring wintry charm to the city, but also requires increased vigilance on the streets.
For these western regions, these weather conditions represent a marked contrast to the previous week. While temperatures not long ago reached 20 to 25 °C, this first cold wave marks the beginning of winter. Although heavy snowfall in October is not an entirely unknown phenomenon, the expected amounts would exceed the average for the entire month of October, which is typically around 12 cm.
In the east of the continent, however, the trend is completely different. A peak will extend into Quebec, causing mercury to rise up to 10° above seasonal norms.
In collaboration with Kevin Cloutier, meteorologist.