Ottawa is bracing for its first snowfall of the season. The weather office has issued a snowfall warning for the capital region, predicting a 30% chance of flurries starting Sunday morning. The main snowfall is expected to begin around noon, with approximately five centimeters of snow anticipated.

Winds will be coming from the northeast at about 20 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 40 km/h during the morning hours. Despite the cold, temperatures are expected to be relatively mild, with a high of -1°C. However, the wind chill could make it feel as cold as -8°C, prompting residents to dress warmly.

Conditions are expected to worsen later in the evening. Environment Canada forecasts additional snowfall mixed with ice pellets, accumulating to a total of five to ten centimeters. Winds will shift to the north, maintaining speeds of about 20 km/h, with gusts potentially hitting 40 km/h. The expected low temperature of -3°C could feel like -9°C due to the wind chill.

Looking ahead to Monday, the forecast remains similar, with a 40% chance of flurries and a high near 0°C. Winds will be around 20 km/h in the morning, becoming lighter in the afternoon. Residents should prepare for a chilly start to the week, with wind chill values around -9°C in the morning and a high of 0°C throughout the day.