Environment Canada issued a yellow freezing rain warning for Saint John on Friday April 3. Prepare for icy walkways and difficult driving conditions as ice pellets and freezing rain move through the region. Environment Canada advises pedestrians and drivers to exercise caution on the roads today.

Friday Weather Breakdown

Precipitation begins early Friday morning as snow before quickly transitioning into ice pellets mixed with freezing rain. You will see total ice pellet accumulations between 2 and 4 centimeters. Freezing rain amounts will reach 2 to 4 millimeters over an 8 to 12 hour period. Southeast winds at 20 kilometers per hour will gust up to 40 kilometers per hour. The temperature will reach a high of plus 3 degrees Celsius, though the morning wind chill makes it feel like minus 8.

The Weekend Outlook

Saturday April 4 begins with a 30 percent chance of showers and fog patches. The skies clear near noon. Temperatures fall to plus 1 degree Celsius in the morning and remain steady throughout the day. North winds at 30 kilometers per hour will gust up to 50. Saturday night brings periods of snow and a low of minus 2 degrees Celsius.

Sunday April 5 brings heavy rain and a warmer high of 9 degrees Celsius. Sunday night features continued showers and a low of 4 degrees Celsius.

Seven Day Forecast Overview

Monday continues the wet trend with a mix of sun and clouds and a 30 percent chance of showers. Temperatures peak at 9 degrees Celsius. Tuesday turns colder with a high of plus 2 degrees Celsius and a 60 percent chance of flurries. By Wednesday and Thursday, the weather stabilizes. Expect a mix of sun and clouds both days, with highs of plus 1 and 7 degrees Celsius respectively.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much freezing rain will fall on Friday?

Saint John will receive 2 to 4 millimeters of freezing rain and 2 to 4 centimeters of ice pellets.

When does the freezing rain end?

The freezing rain transitions to periods of regular rain or showers by Friday evening.

What is the hottest day this weekend?

Sunday reaches a high of 9 degrees Celsius.