Snowfall Warning in Effect as Alberta Clipper Moves In

A Snowfall Warning remains in effect for Sudbury with up to 15 cm of snow expected today. Poor travel conditions and frigid temperatures continue this weekend.

Sudbury is in for a wintry wallop today as a Snowfall Warning remains in effect. An Alberta Clipper is sweeping into the region, bringing up to 15 cm of snow, with even higher amounts possible in localized areas. The heaviest snow is expected this afternoon and evening, making for poor travel conditions across the region. If you have errands to run, do them early—road conditions will worsen quickly.

Current Conditions in Sudbury (as of 6:00 AM EST):

• Temperature: A bone-chilling -17.8°C with a wind chill of -25°C.
• Wind: East-northeast at 10 km/h, increasing throughout the day.
• Humidity: 77%, making the air dry and frosty.
• Pressure: 101.0 kPa and rising.
• Visibility: 24 km, but expect this to drop dramatically once snow arrives.

Today’s Forecast: Snow Arrives This Afternoon

The morning will bring a mix of sun and clouds, but don’t be fooled—clouds will thicken by noon, and snowfall will begin shortly after. By late morning, blowing snow will develop as winds pick up to 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h. With peak snowfall rates of 2 to 4 cm per hour, visibility will be significantly reduced at times. Expect a high of -11°C, though it will feel closer to -28°C this morning and -21°C this afternoon with the wind chill.

Tonight’s Forecast: More Snow and Bitter Cold

Snow and blowing snow will persist until around midnight, adding another 5 cm to today’s totals. Winds will remain gusty from the northeast at 30 km/h, and temperatures will plummet to -17°C, with a wind chill of -28°C overnight. Frostbite risk is high, so bundle up if you need to be outdoors.

Weekend Outlook: Frigid Temperatures Dominate

• Saturday, March 1: Skies clear up, but temperatures remain brutally cold. A high of -14°C, with a wind chill of -29°C in the morning and -22°C in the afternoon. Frostbite can occur in minutes, so take precautions.
• Saturday Night: The deep freeze continues, with a low of -26°C under clear skies.
• Sunday, March 2: A sunny but frigid day, with a high of -10°C. Nighttime lows drop to -19°C.
• Monday, March 3: Cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries. A slight “warm-up” to -4°C.

What to Wear:

You’ll need serious winter gear today and through the weekend. Wear a heavy insulated coat, thermal layers, waterproof boots, a hat, gloves, and a scarf. With wind chills below -25°C, frostbite is a real concern—especially if you’re out shoveling snow.

Weather Trivia:

Did you know? Sudbury’s snowiest February day on record saw 45 cm of snow fall in a single day! While today’s storm won’t break that record, it will certainly remind us why February is one of the snowiest months of the year.

Bottom Line:

Snow arrives this afternoon, bringing poor visibility, hazardous travel, and bitter wind chills. The weekend will be cold and clear, so brace for frigid conditions before a slight warm-up next week. Drive safe and stay warm!