Weather Advisory in effect for:
- Belleville – Quinte – Northumberland
- Kingston – Prince Edward
There is a winter weather travel advisory in effect for tonight (January 12, 2024).
Hazards: Locally heavy snowfall with total accumulations of 5 to 10 cm. Peak snowfall rates of 2 to 5 cm per hour. Strong wind gusts resulting in significantly reduced visibility in blowing snow.
Timing: This evening into the overnight hours.
Snow is forecast to begin late this afternoon or early this evening. The snow will quickly become heavy at times, before transitioning to periods of rain tonight or early Saturday morning as temperatures rise above freezing. Strong southeasterly winds gusting up to 70 km/h will combine with heavy snow to cause significantly reduced visibility at times. Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. Avoid travel if possible. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas.
Winter Storm Warning in effect for:
- Stirling – Tweed – South Frontenac
Winter storm expected Friday evening to Saturday morning.
Hazards: Heavy snowfall with total accumulations of 10 to 20 cm. Peak snowfall rates of 3 to 5 cm per hour. Strong wind gusts resulting in significantly reduced visibility in blowing snow.
Timing: This evening to Saturday morning.
Snow is forecast to begin early this evening and will quickly become heavy at times, before transitioning to periods of rain tonight as temperatures rise to just above freezing. Strong southeasterly winds gusting up to 70 km/h will combine with this heavy snow to cause significantly reduced visibility at times. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Visibility will be suddenly reduced to near zero at times in heavy snow and blowing snow. Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.
