Rainfall Warning and Snow Forecast for Thanksgiving Day
The Thanksgiving weekend, one of the busiest travel periods of the year, may be disrupted by unfavorable weather conditions. Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for a significant portion of the province, affecting areas from Indian Head in the south to regions north of La Ronge, although the system is expected to stay east of Saskatoon.
The most intense rainfall is anticipated in a localized area from north of Regina to Nipawin, with expected totals of 50 to 60 mm over the next 24 hours, and 30 to 40 mm in surrounding areas, including Regina. The rain will precede a transition to snow later in the evening, tapering off by Monday morning. Additionally, strong winds with gusts of 60 to 80 km/h are forecasted to develop in the afternoon.
Rapidly accumulating snow may make travel challenging in some locations.
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for a big chunk of the province.
- Rainfall totals: 50 to 60 mm in warned areas, 30 to 40 mm in surrounding areas
- Strong winds: gusting 60 to 80 km/h
- Snow expected to make travel difficult in some locations
Author's summary: Rainfall warning issued for Thanksgiving weekend travel.