Special Weather Statement: Heavy Snow and Blowing Snow Forecast for Jasper National Park and Central Alberta
Environment Canada warns of an abrupt return to winter conditions with up to 30 cm of snow and blowing snow expected across central and southern Alberta through mid-week.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement regarding an abrupt return to winter conditions. The alert is currently in effect for Jasper National Park and surrounding regions, issued by the national weather agency.
Affected Areas
The primary alert area includes Jasper National Park near Pocahontas. The statement also warns of significant impacts across central and southern Alberta, specifically highlighting hazardous conditions for travelers on Highways 1, 2, and 16.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are advised to allow extra time for travel as conditions are expected to be challenging. Motorists should be prepared for changing road conditions and reduced visibility. Environment Canada encourages the public to monitor updated alerts and forecasts. Severe weather reports can be submitted via email to ABstorm@ec.gc.ca, by phone at 1-800-239-0484, or by posting to X using the hashtag #ABStorm.
Expected Conditions
Snow is forecast to begin on Monday and persist through Tuesday. Total accumulations of 10 to 20 cm are expected by Wednesday, though local amounts may reach as high as 30 cm. On Tuesday, blowing snow is anticipated over open areas, which will likely result in poor visibility for motorists.
Timeline
The weather event is expected to begin Monday, February 16, 2026, and continue through Tuesday. Snow totals are expected to accumulate through Wednesday. The current alert was issued on February 15 and remains in effect as the system moves through the region.
Source: ECCC Official Notice