Winter Storm Warning Issued for Nain and Vicinity
Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for Nain and surrounding areas, forecasting up to 20 cm of snow and freezing rain through Tuesday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow winter storm warning for Nain and its vicinity. This alert is issued when multiple types of severe winter weather—including snow, freezing rain, and wind—are expected to occur simultaneously, creating hazardous conditions.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers Nain and the surrounding vicinity. In nearby Natuashish, temperatures are expected to rise above the freezing mark during the event.
What You Should Do
Residents should prepare for challenging travel conditions throughout the duration of the storm. Environment Canada advises the public to continue monitoring local alerts and forecasts. Severe weather reports can be sent via email to NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or posted on X using the hashtag #NLwx.
Expected Conditions
- Snowfall: Total accumulations of 10 to 20 cm are expected.
- Wind: Southeasterly wind gusts are forecasted to reach a maximum of 60 km/h.
- Precipitation Type: The event will begin with several hours of snow and blowing snow before transitioning into ice pellets and freezing rain.
- Temperature Changes: Temperatures will rise quickly to near zero on Tuesday. However, temperatures are expected to fall sharply on Tuesday night, which will result in a rapid freeze of any standing water.
Timeline
The alert is effective starting late this evening, Monday, March 16, 2026. The hazardous conditions are expected to persist until late Tuesday morning, March 17, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice