You will want to keep your winter layers handy this week. The forecast for Saint John shows a chilly weekend ahead, followed by a brief warming trend before flurries return to the region by next Friday.

Weekend Outlook: Cold and Breezy

Environment Canada reports a cold start to your weekend. Saturday, February 7, brings cloudy skies with a 30 percent chance of flurries and a high of minus 4 C. However, the wind chill makes it feel much colder, sitting near minus 13 during the day.

As you head into Saturday evening, temperatures drop further. Expect a low of minus 10 C, with wind gusts up to 40 km/h pushing the overnight wind chill to a biting minus 18. If you have plans for Saturday night, dress warmly.

Sunday offers a slight break from the grey skies. You can expect a mix of sun and cloud for February 8. Despite the sunshine, the temperature remains low with a high of minus 5 C. The morning wind chill will feel like minus 17, warming slightly to minus 9 by the afternoon.

The Week Ahead: Rising Temperatures

Monday starts the work week with cloudy skies and a high of minus 6 C. You will see a gradual warming trend as the week progresses.

By Tuesday, February 10, and Wednesday, February 11, daytime highs climb to the freezing mark (0 C). While the air gets warmer, the clouds stick around. Wednesday brings flurries during the day and a 60 percent chance of continued flurries overnight.

Looking Ahead to Friday

The week concludes with unsettled weather. For Friday, February 13, the forecast predicts cloudy skies with a 60 percent chance of flurries and a high of minus 3 C. You should plan for potential slick roads during the morning commute.

For the most up-to-date alerts and detailed hourly reports, check the full forecast at Environment Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

How cold will it get this weekend?

The coldest point this weekend occurs Saturday night into Sunday morning, where the low hits minus 10 C, but the wind chill will make it feel like minus 18.

Is there any sun in the forecast?

Yes, Sunday, February 8, features a mix of sun and clouds.

When is the next significant chance of snow?

While light flurries are possible throughout the week, the highest probability for precipitation arrives on Wednesday night and continues into Friday, February 13, with a 60 percent chance of flurries.