On January 26, 2026, Environment Canada lifted the official Snowfall Warning for Guelph and Wellington County as the heaviest part of the winter storm moved out of the area. While the formal warning is over, residents are being urged to remain vigilant for dangerous cold, strong winds and local blowing snow that can make travel difficult through the coming week.
Environment Canada’s seven-day forecast shows temperatures dropping significantly overnight, with wind chill values as low as −28°C overnight and repeated periods of severe wind chill through Tuesday — conditions Environment Canada flags as a risk of frostbite. Strong wind gusts up to about 40 km/h are forecast and can pick up loose snow, creating reduced visibility and localized whiteout conditions on exposed roadways.
Local bus riders should check Guelph Transit for delays or service advisories (and monitor the agency’s social channels for cancellations), since blowing snow and uncleared stops can slow or disrupt routes. Drivers are encouraged to consult the Ontario 511 map (511on.ca) for current road conditions — including icy patches or snow-covered stretches on major corridors such as the Hanlon Expressway — before heading out.
The Grand River Conservation Authority is also reminding people to avoid ice-covered ponds and rivers and to check its activity-status page for up-to-date information on conservation-area access and safety notices. Unpredictable winter weather makes these areas unsafe; residents should follow local advisories to reduce the risk of accidents.
