Residents in Amherst, Nova Scotia, should prepare for messy travel conditions on Saturday, March 14, 2026, as a winter storm brings a mix of snow and rain to the region. The storm is expected to begin with several centimetres of snow before temperatures rise later in the day.
According to Environment Canada, the area will likely see between 5 and 10 cm of snow starting on Saturday morning. By the afternoon, the snow is forecast to change into about 5 mm of rain as the weather warms up.
Temperatures are expected to reach a high of +3°C, which will likely turn the fresh snow into slush on local streets and sidewalks. Wind is also expected to pick up near noon, coming from the east at 30 km/h with gusts reaching up to 50 km/h.
While there are no official weather alerts in effect as of Friday, March 13, 2026, the mix of precipitation could make it difficult to see while driving. Community members are encouraged to be careful on the roads as surfaces may become slick and slushy throughout the weekend.
