Residents in Lethbridge, Alberta, are dealing with a return to winter weather on Monday, March 9, 2026, as snow and cold temperatures follow a weekend of high winds. The city is experiencing periods of snow that are expected to end in the morning, followed by a cloudy break and a chance of flurries by the afternoon.
According to Environment Canada, the area received between 5 to 10 centimetres of snow overnight. Forecasters expect another 2 to 4 centimetres to fall throughout the day, with temperatures reaching a high of 1°C.
This sudden shift in weather comes immediately after a significant wind event on Sunday, March 8, 2026. During that time, the city was under a yellow-level wind warning for strong winds with gusts that reached up to 110 kilometres per hour.
The combination of new snow and near-freezing temperatures is creating slushy and slippery conditions on local streets and sidewalks. Drivers are encouraged to slow down, leave extra space between vehicles, and allow more time than usual to reach their destinations.
While the winter-like conditions are causing travel delays today, weather patterns suggest a return to milder temperatures later in the week. For now, residents should remain prepared for changing road conditions and limited visibility during periods of heavier snowfall.
