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Winter Storm Arrives in Eastern Newfoundland This Evening, Brings Heavy Snow and High Winds Into Monday

By Eddie Sheerr·January 4, 2026 · 6:19 PM

Timing and Overview

Snow will begin to move into the eastern Avalon Peninsula this evening, generally between 7–9 PM, becoming heavier overnight before tapering off around 6–7 AM Monday. Conditions are expected to improve fairly quickly after the morning commute as the system pulls away.

The storm is associated with a strengthening area of low pressure tracking northward and passing just east of the Avalon overnight.

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Warnings and Alerts

• Winter Storm Warning: Avalon Peninsula

  • Snowfall totals: 15–30 cm

  • Wind gusts: up to 70 km/h

• Special Weather Statement: Clarenville and Bonavista Peninsula

  • Periods of accumulating snow late tonight into Monday morning

Expected Snowfall Amounts

• Eastern Avalon Peninsula:

  • Widespread 15–25 cm, with locally higher amounts possible

  • Higher terrain could see 25–30 cm

• Western Avalon Peninsula:

  • Generally 15 cm or less

• Burin Peninsula / Clarenville / Bonavista Peninsula:

  • Around 5–10 cm

• Areas west of these regions:

  • Little to no accumulation expected

While there is always some uncertainty with winter systems, confidence is fairly high that the St. John’s metro area will end up close to 20 cm, with localized variations depending on elevation and exact storm track.

Snowfall Rates and Travel Impacts

Snowfall rates may reach 2–4 cm per hour for several hours overnight, particularly on the eastern Avalon. Combined with northerly winds gusting to 70 km/h, this will lead to areas of blowing and drifting snow, along with reduced visibility at times.

The heaviest snow should be finished before the peak of the morning rush hour, though some slick and snow-covered roads are likely early Monday.

Temperatures

• Overnight lows: −4 to −5°C on the Avalon

• Elsewhere on the Island: −5 to −11°C

• Labrador:

  • Overnight lows in the minus teens to minus 20s

  • Cold and quiet conditions continue

Colder temperatures will help keep snow relatively dry, increasing the potential for drifting.

Monday and Beyond

Lingering flurries are possible Monday morning, especially over the Bonavista Peninsula and parts of the northeast coast, but conditions will steadily improve through the day. By afternoon, the system pulls away and travel conditions should improve significantly.

Looking ahead, the broader pattern suggests:

• Milder temperatures mid-week

• A mix of rain and snow chances later in the week

• No major Arctic outbreaks in the immediate forecast

Bottom Line

This is not a blockbuster storm, but it is a meaningful winter system for eastern Newfoundland. Snowfall totals in the 20–30 cm range will require cleanup and caution overnight, especially on the Avalon Peninsula.

Further updates will be provided as the storm unfolds.

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