Canada’s New Year’s Eve Brings Frigid Air, Storms, and Auroras
As Canadians prepare for New Year’s Eve, they face frigid temperatures, potential storms, and a chance to see stunning auroras in the night sky
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Vancouver: It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2024, and people across Canada are gearing up for the celebrations. But will the weather play nice?
It’s going to be pretty cold in the western Prairies, and stormy weather might hit places like Vancouver and Toronto. Plus, there’s a chance we could see some auroras on Tuesday if the solar storm hits at the right time.
So, what’s the forecast looking like as we get ready to welcome the new year?
There’s a geomagnetic storm watch in effect for Tuesday, thanks to a burst of plasma from the Sun. This storm could be strong enough to light up the skies with auroras, but we’ll need clear skies to see them.
Now, if the storm arrives during the day, we might miss out on the show. But if it comes late or sticks around after sunset, we could be in for a treat in areas with clear skies.
On the West Coast, the weather isn’t looking too great either. Vancouver and Victoria are expecting cloudy skies and chilly temperatures for New Year’s Eve and the following day.
A system moving in late Tuesday could bring some rain, which might dampen any outdoor celebrations in those areas.
Meanwhile, the Prairies are bracing for a serious cold snap. Arctic air is sweeping through, and it’s going to be frigid as we ring in the new year.
Churchill, Manitoba, might actually be warmer than Calgary when the clock strikes midnight. Can you believe that? Temperatures in Edmonton and Saskatoon will struggle to get above minus-20 degrees, so if you’re heading out, bundle up!
Over in Eastern Canada, cities like Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal might have to deal with a low-pressure system that could bring some snow on New Year’s Eve.
As that polar air moves east, it’s going to drop temperatures significantly. Forecasters are keeping an eye on a system moving through the eastern U.S. that could bring some snowfall to Ontario and Quebec.
And while the Maritimes might see milder temperatures, they could also get some rain on New Year’s Day. So, it’s a mixed bag across the country as we head into 2025.
Stay tuned for updates on the weather as we get closer to the big night!