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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 10d

For most Canadians, October 2025 points to more sunshine, fewer storms, and less rain than average, but we can't rule out snowfall for some. 🍂❄️

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Canada's October wild card: Record warmth on the table, but snow still in play - The Weather Network

For most Canadians, October 2025 points to more sunshine, fewer storms, and less rain than average. But, we can't rule out snowfall for some areas in Canada

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 54m

Calgary folks may wake up to a dusting of snow on Sunday morning as a cold front sends temperatures plummeting and the snowflakes flying in parts of Alberta. #ABwx https://ow.ly/pMeI50Xa9sN

First snowfall this fall for Calgary, but it comes with a catch - The Weather Network

Calgary folks may wake up to a dusting of snow on Sunday morning as a cold front sends temperatures plummeting and the snowflakes flying in parts of Alberta

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 2h

With the threat of snow and gusty winds in the forecast this Thanksgiving weekend for parts of the Prairies, you will want to give yourself plenty of extra time on the road to get to your destination. #ABstorm #SKstorm #MBstorm https://ow.ly/bVnk50Xa9cn

Who ordered snow? The Prairies may see snow on Thanksgiving weekend - The Weather Network

With the threat of snow and gusty winds in the forecast this Thanksgiving weekend for parts of the Prairies, you will want to give yourself plenty of extra time on the road to get to your destination

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 4h

Partridge Island in Nova Scotia is home to a unique, natural phenomenon that gives you the visual impression that the Atlantic Ocean is boiling. But rest assured, it is not.
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Is this water in the Atlantic Ocean boiling? See what's happening here - The Weather Network

Partridge Island in Nova Scotia is home to a unique, natural phenomenon that gives you the visual impression that the Atlantic Ocean is boiling. But rest assured, it is not

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 19h

An illegally-built dam in British Columbia’s Thompson-Nicola regional district is on the verge of bursting, prompting a local state of emergency.

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Illegal dam threatens to overflow, prompting evacuations in B.C. Interior - The Weather Network

The man-made dam was constructed without the proper permits in place.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 20h

Canada is no stranger to frosty seasons, but understanding your frost zone could help you prepare.

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Understanding Canada's 'frost zones,' and when that first frost may hit - The Weather Network

Canada is no stranger to the frosty seasons, but understanding your frost zone could help you prepare

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 22h

Temperatures are cooling, but you may be able to extend the gardening season with these tips.

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The '3Cs' you need to know to protect your plants from frost - The Weather Network

Temperatures are cooling, but you may be able to extend gardening season with these tips.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 23h

After weeks of mild weather in Quebec, it’s easy to forget that winter will quickly catch up.

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Winter tires: Don't be caught off guard in Quebec - The Weather Network

After weeks of mild weather in Quebec, it’s easy to forget that winter will quickly catch up. Snow often arrives well before the legal deadline, so it's best to book an appointment to switch to winter tires before the cold sets in, the first snowfall arrives, and garages become overwhelmed

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

A quick shift across the Prairies means gusty winds, and a taste of snow is on the table for this Thanksgiving weekend.

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Snow, rain, and wind: Brace for slower long weekend travel on the Prairies - The Weather Network

Prairie snowfall possible this weekend, along with widespread wind and rain

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

La Niña officially arrived to kick off October, a sign that we could see the event influence our patterns heading into the start of winter. #WinterSneakPeek

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La Niña returns, but this will be the key driver of Canada’s winter - The Weather Network

Big swings in water temperatures across the Pacific Ocean could affect our winter weather here in Canada

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Your Thanksgiving long weekend may take a little extra planning across Ontario as rainfall has crept into a previously dry and sunny forecast.

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Ontario's Thanksgiving weekend weather takes a rainy hit - The Weather Network

Your Thanksgiving long weekend may take a little extra planning across Ontario. There will be two systems that influence the forecast

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

A powerful earthquake struck offshore in the southern Philippines on Friday morning, with nearby coastal areas urged to move to higher ground.

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Strong 7.4 magnitude quake strikes off Philippines, tsunami warnings lifted - The Weather Network

A powerful earthquake struck offshore in the southern Philippines on Friday morning, with nearby coastal areas urged to move to higher ground

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Are you ready? Wind-swept snow is possible across parts of the Prairies this weekend as a storm system collides with a cold front.

Accumulating snow, gusty winds expected on the Prairies this weekend - The Weather Network

Get ready for a fall snowfall across portions of the Prairies this weekend

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

A coastal storm could force southern Ontario to build a chance for rain into those holiday weekend plans. #ONStorm

Coastal storm paints a question mark over Ontario’s long weekend - The Weather Network

Ontario’s forecast over the next couple of days hinges on a complex setup developing over eastern North America

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Thinking of deep-frying your turkey this Thanksgiving? 🦃 Here’s how to keep it crispy—not catastrophic.

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Deep-frying a turkey? Avoid a fireball like this with these tips - The Weather Network

Rachel Schoutsen talks with Oakville Fire about how to safely dep-fry your turkey this Thanksgiving.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

White beavers are so rare that the Canadian Museum of Nature has a pelt in its collection that's more than a century old.

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Incredibly rare white beaver spotted in Ontario - The Weather Network

An expert on Canadian mammals says the beaver has leucism — a genetic condition that causes a loss of pigmentation. Leucistic beavers are so rare that the Canadian Museum of Nature has a pelt in its collection that's more than a century old.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

A young planet, drifting alone in the galaxy, is accreting gas and dust faster than any previously observed, surprising astronomers.

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Rogue planet astounds by growing at a record rate of 6 billion tonnes per second - The Weather Network

These starless worlds are difficult to find and study, but this particular one is teaching us new lessons about the universe.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 1d

For nearly four decades, Toronto's most renowned roof has shaped baseball while defying Canada's unpredictable weather. ⚾🌧️

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Rogers Centre roof still a showstopper after nearly 40 years - The Weather Network

For nearly four decades, Toronto's most renowned roof has shaped baseball while defying Canada's unpredictable weather.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Planning on deep-frying your turkey this Thanksgiving? Here's what you need to know.

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Here's how to safely deep fry your Thanksgiving turkey - The Weather Network

Planning on deep-frying your turkey this Thanksgiving? Here's what you need to know.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Folks in Alberta may be extra thankful for their toques and parkas this Thanksgiving weekend... because the turkey’s coming with a side of snow. 🦃❄️

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Cold front to bring Alberta its chilliest Thanksgiving since spring - The Weather Network

A strong cold front will bring Alberta its coldest weather since spring. Calgary may even experience its first measurable snowfall in nearly six months.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Can pine cones predict the future?

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True or false? The higher the pine cones, the harsher the winter - The Weather Network

The Weather Network's [Victoria Fenn Alvarado](https://x.com/vfennalvarado) holds old weather lore up to the facts in search of the truth.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Scientists at national forestry conference warn climate-driven wildfires are reshaping Canada’s forests. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

Wildfires causing Canada's forests to dry out, experts at conference say - The Weather Network

Scientists at national forestry conference warn climate-driven wildfires are reshaping Canada’s forests

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Add some colour to your dinner table this Thanksgiving!

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'Eat the rainbow' this Thanksgiving with in-season fruits and vegetables - The Weather Network

Add some colour to your dinner table this Thanksgiving.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 2d

A new study warns that by 2100, melting permafrost could release billions of tonnes of defrosted carbon into the atmosphere.

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Melting permafrost could unload billions of tonnes of carbon by 2100 - The Weather Network

A new study says billions of tonnes of defrosted carbon could end up getting released into the atmosphere by 2100 as a result of melting permafrost, further adding to the planet's warming from more greenhouse gases.

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 3d

Fall is certainly hitting Atlantic Canada this week.

By Thursday, temperatures will plummet by more than 10°C as a cold front sweeps through, bringing rain and gusty winds with it.

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Atlantic Canada gets flipped into fall weather as chill, rain makes return - The Weather Network

A fall forecast flip this week will bring chilly, windy, wet weather to Atlantic Canada

The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 3d

It’s been an exceptionally warm start to fall across many parts of Canada, but will this trend linger into winter 2025-2026? #WinterSneakPeek

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Abrupt transition to winter: Canada’s 2025-26 winter sneak peek - The Weather Network

It’s been an exceptionally warm start to fall across many parts of Canada, but will this trend linger into winter 2025-26? Our preliminary forecast below highlights some key factors that will influence winter weather patterns ahead.