Residents in Hay River, Northwest Territories, should prepare for a return of wintry weather starting near midnight on March 10, 2026. About 2 cm of snow is expected to fall overnight and continue into Wednesday morning.
According to Environment Canada, the primary concern for the community is extreme cold. Wind chills are expected to reach minus 36 on Tuesday evening, which brings a significant risk of frostbite to any exposed skin.
Drivers should be ready for winter road conditions during the morning commute on March 11. Even with a small amount of snow accumulation, freezing temperatures can make roads slippery for local travellers.
The temperature is forecast to drop to a low of minus 25 tonight. By Wednesday morning, the air will warm up slightly to minus 21, though the wind chill will still be quite cold.
Residents are encouraged to wear heavy winter clothing and stay covered to prevent injury from the bitter wind chill. These frigid conditions are common for this region as the community moves through the month of March.
