Sunny but Chilly Start to the Weekend

You can look forward to bright skies kicking off the weekend in Saint John. Environment Canada reports mainly sunny conditions for today, Friday, February 13. While the high reaches -1°C, the wind plays a major factor. Northwest winds blowing at 30 km/h create a biting wind chill of -20 this morning, though this improves to -7 by the afternoon.

Tonight, the skies remain mostly clear with just a few clouds. Winds will drop to 20 km/h and eventually become light this evening. Temperatures drop to a low of -8°C, reaching -14°C in inland areas.

Saturday and Sunday Outlook

Saturday, February 14, offers excellent weather for outdoor plans. You will see mainly sunny skies for most of the day with a high of 0°C. Clouds begin to increase late in the afternoon. The wind remains gentle, topping out at 15 km/h, though the morning wind chill sits at -11.

Conditions shift on Saturday night. Clouds thicken, bringing a 60 percent chance of flurries and a low of -8°C. This unsettled weather continues into Sunday, February 15. Expect a mix of sun and cloud accompanied by a 60 percent chance of flurries and a high of +1°C. Skies clear up Sunday night as temperatures dip to -12°C, or -6°C along parts of the coast.

Looking Ahead to Next Week

The work week begins calmly on Monday, February 16, with a mix of sun and cloud and a high of +1°C. However, Monday night brings snow, leading into a warmer, wetter Tuesday. Temperatures spike to +5°C on Tuesday with periods of snow or rain predicted.

Cooler air returns midweek. Wednesday and Thursday both forecast a mix of sun and cloud with highs of -1°C. Wednesday night sees the temperature drop significantly to -10°C.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the coldest time this weekend?
Friday morning presents the coldest conditions due to the wind chill, making it feel like -20. In terms of air temperature, Sunday night drops to -12°C.

Is snow predicted for the weekend?
Yes. While Friday and most of Saturday remain clear, there is a 60 percent chance of flurries starting Saturday night and continuing through Sunday.

Will the sun be out on Saturday?
Yes. Saturday features mainly sunny skies, with clouds only increasing late in the afternoon.

What is the UV index forecast?
The UV index is currently 2, which is considered low.