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A spring snowstorm blanketed Cochrane today, with periods of snow accumulating up to 5 cm in some areas. Despite being a spring storm, temperatures remained well below freezing, with a high of -2°C. Winds were light, reaching up to 15 km/h, but wind chills were significant, making it feel like -11°C this morning and -6°C by the afternoon.
The snow is expected to continue into tonight, with the possibility of an additional 2 cm of snow before tapering off overnight. As the snow ends, cloudy skies will take over, and temperatures will drop to a low of -6°C, with a wind chill near -8°C.
Fortunately, conditions should start to improve by Sunday, March 30th. A mix of sun and cloud is expected, with only a 30 percent chance of flurries in the morning. The high temperature will rise to 6°C, and winds will pick up, becoming southeast at 20 km/h with gusts reaching up to 40 km/h in the afternoon. The wind chill will still be a factor in the morning, with temperatures feeling closer to -7°C.
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By Monday, March 31st, Cochrane residents can look forward to a day with a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 5°C. Temperatures will rise slightly overnight, with a low of -7°C.
This spring snowstorm marks a reminder that winter weather can still make an unexpected return even as spring begins to take hold. Residents are encouraged to take caution on the roads today and tonight, and stay tuned to weather updates as conditions improve throughout the weekend.