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Another Round of Active Weather Moves In Tonight

By Eddie Sheerr·April 5, 2026 · 2:08 PM

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After yesterday, you might’ve thought we were finally getting a break.

We’re not.

Another system is already on the way, and it’s going to bring a mix of snow, ice, rain, and wind across Newfoundland and Labrador between now and late Monday.

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Alerts in Effect Across the Province

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a wide range of alerts ahead of this system.

• Snowfall Warnings are in place for parts of central, western, and northeastern Newfoundland, where around 20 cm of snow is expected by Monday morning.

• Special Weather Statements cover eastern and southern areas, where precipitation will be more mixed.

• Rainfall Warnings are in effect for the Burin Peninsula and southern Avalon, with up to 40 mm of rain possible.

• Labrador West is under a snowfall warning that will taper off later tonight or early Monday.

• And notably, a Wreckhouse Wind Warning is in effect this evening, with gusts up to 130 km/h — that’s hurricane-force.

What’s Happening Right Now

As of mid-afternoon, snow has already begun across parts of southwestern Newfoundland and is showing up on radar pushing east.

Central areas are seeing lighter snow for now, and it’ll take longer to reach the Avalon. That said, radar suggests things may arrive a bit earlier than originally expected, so that’s something to watch closely this evening.

The main system is still to our southwest, tied to a cold front and low pressure system stretching all the way down toward the southeastern United States.

Timing and Precipitation Type

This is not a simple snowfall event — it’s a classic Newfoundland “mix.”

Tonight

• Snow spreads across much of the Island this evening.

• Heavier snow arrives later tonight, especially for central and eastern areas.

• Southern regions (Burin, Avalon) will transition:

  • Snow → Ice Pellets → Freezing Rain → Rain by 4 or 5 AM at the latest.

Monday Morning

• Snow continues across central and northeastern areas.

• Southern and eastern regions see rain and strong winds.

• Winds ramp up significantly overnight, especially on the Avalon.

Monday Afternoon & Evening

• Precipitation tapers off from west to east.

• Labrador sees lingering light snow into Monday night.

Snowfall & Rainfall Amounts

Snowfall

• Avalon, Burin, Clarenville: 5–10 cm before changeover

• Central (Gander, Grand Falls-Windsor): 10–20 cm

• West Coast: Mostly snow, then ending

• Northern Peninsula & Labrador: 5–10 cm (locally higher near Churchill Falls)

Rainfall

• Heaviest along the south coast, Burin Peninsula, and Avalon

• 25–40 mm possible, especially in exposed southern areas

Wind Concerns

• Wreckhouse: Gusts up to 130 km/h this evening

• Eastern Newfoundland (overnight):

  • Gusts up to 80–90 km/h

• Winds ease after mid-morning Monday, but it’ll stay breezy.

The Big Picture

Overall, this isn’t a blockbuster storm for most areas, but it’s messy.

• Snow gets cut down quickly in eastern and southern areas due to the changeover.

• Travel conditions will vary significantly depending on where you are.

• Wind will be a factor, especially overnight into Monday morning.

Looking Ahead

Once this system moves out:

• Cold air sticks around through much of the week.

• Another chance of snow for eastern areas on Wednesday — something to watch.

• Temperatures may moderate slightly late week, but nothing dramatic.

In Labrador, things quiet down after Monday, with a gradual warm-up — possibly reaching near 8°C in Goose Bay by Friday.

Bottom line: another round of active weather, just not all in one form.

Be sure to keep an eye on conditions in your area, especially tonight into Monday morning.

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The next forecast drops bright and early Tuesday morning.

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