First published Oct 22, 2026, 8:31:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 22, 2026, 8:31:15 AM UTC

Snow, ice and extreme cold

Snowfall advisory for Clarenville and nearby Newfoundland areas

Reported by Environment Canada Weather Alerts

Environment Canada forecasts 2 to 5 cm of snowfall Friday afternoon and evening, with the highest amounts over higher terrain. Winter driving conditions are possible on named highways; additional details were not included in the source data received by Planet Briefing.

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Affected location: Clarenville and vicinity

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The forecast identifies snowfall and winter driving conditions across named areas and highways.

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