Rain and snow for Newfoundland Sunday and Monday

A special weather statement has been issued for most of Newfoundland.

An area of low pressure will pass south of the Island on Sunday and Monday.

For western, central and northeastern Newfoundland, rain and snow is expected to develop early on Sunday. Rain will change to snow on Sunday night. Significant snowfall accumulations are likely by Monday afternoon. 15 to 30 cm is expected.

Across southern and parts of eastern Newfoundland, significant rain is expected from Sunday into Monday. Rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm is expected. Rain is expected to change to snow by Monday morning.

Driving conditions are likely to be impacted across the Island.