Major Snowstorm Poised to Hit Québec This Week
So, there’s a significant winter system moving in, and Québec is right on its path. What’s developing over Ontario right now is expected to grow into a major storm as it pushes east, and the effects are already starting to be felt. The light precipitation observed early Tuesday was really just the warm-up act. The main event is expected to unfold from Tuesday night into Wednesday, especially for communities in northeastern Ontario, where a winter storm warning is already in force.
In that region, places like Kapuskasing and Timmins could be buried under 35 to 40 centimetres of snow by Thursday. Strong gusts over 60 km/h are expected to whip that snow around, creating whiteout conditions. Visibility may drop quickly and stay low for long periods, and travel could become extremely difficult. Drivers are being urged to take this seriously, as these conditions tend to worsen faster than expected once the storm reaches its full intensity.
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As the system moves toward Québec, it will lay down a long corridor of snow stretching from Abitibi across to the Côte-Nord. But not everyone will experience the same thing. Some areas will see the snow turn into a messy mix of precipitation, or even straight rain, which will keep accumulation totals down. In Abitibi, Wednesday is expected to start with about 5 centimetres of fresh snow, but as warmer air pushes in, places like Val-d’Or and Rouyn could switch over to rain by afternoon. Further north—around Matagami, Chibougamau, and into the northern Saguenay—the colder air will hang on, meaning 20 to 25 centimetres of snow is still on the table.
For the Côte-Nord, the impact will arrive a bit later. On Thursday, Sept-Îles may receive 15 to 20 centimetres of snow as the system makes its way toward the region. It’s likely to be a long-duration event there as well, with snowfall remaining steady enough to build up quickly.
Meanwhile, southern Québec will be dealing with a very different setup. That area remains on the warm side of the system, so Wednesday is expected to bring periods of light, on-and-off rain. Heavier rain and stronger winds should follow by evening as the cold front sweeps through. By Thursday morning, colder air will force that rain to transition into snow, but at this point, no significant accumulation is expected for the south.
Environment Canada is also cautioning northern communities such as La Sarre, Waskaganish, Matagami, and Chibougamau, where a special weather statement is already in effect. Snowfall for those areas could reach 15 to 25 centimetres, falling at rates of 1 to 2 centimetres per hour at times. With slippery roads and reduced visibility both likely, Ontario Provincial Police and local authorities are urging drivers to check road conditions on Québec 511 or Ontario 511 before heading out.
All signs point to a wintery, messy few days ahead, and the storm’s impact will vary widely depending on location. But one thing is certain: this system is strong, and it’s going to make its presence felt across a huge stretch of the province.
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