De: 16/03/2026, 15:00
Para: 17/03/2026, 02:43

Rain, heavy at times is expected. The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. Total rainfall: 30 to 60 mm, with locally higher amounts possible. Time span: late this afternoon until Tuesday afternoon. Remarks: Two heavier pulses of rain are expected, with a break in the rain possible in the overnight hours early Tuesday morning. Very mild temperatures will result in rapid melting of the remaining snowpack. Localized flooding may occur in areas with poor drainage. Ensure storm drains and gutters are clear of ice and debris to reduce localized flooding. ### Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or post reports on X using #NSStorm.

De: 16/03/2026, 15:00
Para: 17/03/2026, 02:46

Rain at times heavy and strong southerly winds are expected. Total rainfall: 20 to 60 mm, with locally higher amounts possible. Potential wind gusts: up to 80 km/h. Time span: Starting over western Nova Scotia this afternoon and reaching eastern Nova Scotia this evening. The rain and wind will end over western areas Tuesday afternoon and by Tuesday evening over eastern sections of the province. Remarks: Two heavier pulses of rain are expected, with a break in the rain possible in the overnight hours early Tuesday morning. Very mild temperatures will result in rapid melting of the remaining snowpack. ### Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or post reports on X using #NSStorm.