A late-season snowfall is set to hit southern Saskatchewan, surprising residents expecting spring weather to prevail. Up to 20 centimetres of snow is anticipated by Tuesday morning in various areas of the region as per Environment Canada’s special weather statement. The snow is predicted to commence in the southwest on Sunday evening, gradually spreading eastward overnight and persisting through Monday.
Meteorologist James Colangelo revealed that a weather system forming east of the Rocky Mountains in the U.S. is poised to cross into Saskatchewan. A snow swath of approximately 10 to 15 centimetres is projected from Swift Current through Moose Jaw, Regina, and toward the Manitoba border, according to Colangelo.
The Moose Jaw–Regina corridor is likely to experience the heaviest snowfall, potentially accumulating 15 centimetres or more. Moose Jaw might even witness up to 20 centimetres of snow. The expected overnight snowfall could lead to treacherous conditions for Monday’s morning commute, warned Colangelo.
While temperatures are expected to rise, it remains uncertain if this snowfall marks the end of the season. Colangelo mentioned that although some melting is anticipated later in the week, the process is expected to be gradual.