Get ready for a dramatic shift in weather this Friday. Saint John residents will experience a sharp temperature drop and strong winds, leading into a weekend of unsettled wintry conditions. Here’s what you need to know to plan your days, according to the latest forecast from Environment Canada.

Friday’s Wild Weather Ride

Friday begins with mild temperatures and a few rain showers, but conditions will change quickly. The rain is expected to switch to flurries this morning as the temperature plummets, falling to minus 5°C this afternoon. You’ll want to bundle up, as the wind chill will make it feel like minus 15°C.

Strong winds will accompany the cold front. Expect southwest winds of 20 km/h gusting to 40, which will shift to become powerful west winds at 40 km/h gusting to 60 near noon. The skies will begin clearing Friday evening, but the cold will settle in with a low of minus 10°C and a wind chill near minus 18°C overnight.

What to Expect This Weekend

Saturday, January 17

The weekend kicks off with cloudy skies. Light snow is forecast to begin near noon, mixing with rain later in the afternoon. A total of 2 cm of snowfall is possible. The high will reach plus 1°C, but the morning will feel colder with a wind chill of minus 12°C. Saturday night will bring periods of snow or rain with a low of zero.

Sunday, January 18

Sunday remains overcast and cloudy with a high of zero. The weather takes another turn Sunday night, with periods of snow expected and a low dropping to minus 3°C.

A Glimpse into Next Week

The cold, snowy pattern continues into next week. Periods of snow are expected on Monday with a high of minus 1°C. A significant drop in temperature arrives Tuesday night, when the low is forecast to hit a frigid minus 19°C. Prepare for more flurries throughout the week.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the biggest weather concern for Friday?

The main concerns are the rapid temperature drop to -5°C, strong westerly winds gusting up to 60 km/h, and a significant wind chill making it feel like -15°C in the afternoon.

Will it snow in Saint John this weekend?

Yes, light snow mixed with rain is expected Saturday, with periods of snow returning Sunday night.

How cold will it get this weekend?

Friday night will be the coldest, with a low of -10°C and a wind chill near -18°C. Temperatures on Saturday and Sunday will hover around 0°C to -3°C.

What is the forecast for early next week?

The forecast shows more periods of snow on Monday, followed by another blast of cold air. The low on Tuesday night is predicted to be a very cold -19°C.