Weather office issues snowfall caution for Sunday

Weather Office Issues Snowfall Caution for Sunday

Environment Canada has issued a caution warning predicting three to 15 cm of snow could affect the Ottawa region on Sunday. After some fluctuations during the day, the agency confirmed that accumulation of snow is expected.

Snow Forecast Update

By mid-afternoon, Environment Canada forecasted snowfall accumulation ranging from three to 15 cm throughout Sunday. This was an increase from Saturday afternoon's estimate, which predicted a maximum of about 5 cm.

Timing and Cause of Snowfall

The precipitation is expected to begin Sunday morning and continue into Sunday night. According to the agency, a low-pressure system is responsible for this weather event.

"Environment Canada has issued a new caution warning that the Ottawa region can look forward to accumulating snow on Sunday."

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Author's summary: Environment Canada warns of significant snowfall on Sunday in Ottawa, driven by a low-pressure system, with snow accumulation estimates recently rising.

Ottawa Citizen — 2025-11-08