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A look at Monday’s Saskatoon weather by Environment Canada.
It’s -21 C at Saskatoon Diefenbaker International Airport this morning, with 35 km winds coming out of the west and a wind chill making it feel like -34.
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While the snowstorm warning has lifted, more snow is expected today and the effects of the weekend storm will likely be felt all day, so be extra cautious when heading out on any excursions today.
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Between Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation job action and road conditions after the weekend snowstorm, classes have been cancelled for all elementary and high schools around the city. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s in-person classes have also been cancelled for the day.
An emergency response plan has been activated to clear roadways around the city. You’re encouraged to stay off the roads as much as possible, making room for plows and emergency crews where needed. Updates on snow clearing can be found at saskatoon.ca/snow.
After all the snow we’ve had in a short time, it’s a good idea to check highway road conditions at hotline.gov.sk.ca before heading out there, if you need to be driving today.
Today’s forecast
Today: Periods of light snow ending early this morning then clearing. Blowing snow this morning and early this afternoon. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50. High minus 18. Wind chill minus 34 this morning and minus 28 this afternoon. Risk of frostbite. UV index 1 or low.
Tonight: A few clouds. Wind west 20 km/h becoming light this evening. Low minus 30. Wind chill minus 30 this evening and minus 39 overnight. Risk of frostbite.
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