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21 Magical Shots Of Montreal's First Snowstorm Of The Season (PHOTOS)

'Tis really is the season, isn't it? Montreal has received its first major snowstorm of the winter season and this weekend's snowfall has been nothing short of magical.

Now, I totally get that winter isn't everyone's favourite time of year. Still, when you consider the fashion, the charm and festivities all matched with the tranquillity and beauty of a white veil of snow covering the city streets and landscapes, you've got a picture-perfect winter moment.

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The Montreal Weather Forecast For November Is Out & Here's When We're Getting The First Snow

As Montrealers delight in the last vestiges of autumn warmth, there's still one thing on everyone's mind: when will the first snow touch down? The November weather forecast provides some insights that may surprise many.

Traditionally, by the end of October, regions of Quebec see the first signs of the white blanket. But, this year, the timeline might be different. MétéoMédia suggests that while a cooler wave will sweep through some regions, the onset of winter in its full glory will be delayed.

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Canada’s Weather Forecast Shows A Polar Vortex — Snow & Cold Temps Could Affect Thanksgiving

While Eastern Canada is experiencing some warmer-than-usual days, the hot temps aren't going to last for much longer. In fact, Quebec and Ontario are expected to see a sudden drop in temperatures coming next week as a polar vortex makes its way across Canada.

"If this was January, temperatures below minus 20°C would be barrelling towards Ontario and Quebec," the Weather Network said in a recent report touching on an incoming bout of cold weather. Luckily for us, it's still only October, so the polar vortex isn't going to be sending frigid conditions our way just yet. Nevertheless, a "surprisingly strong temperature plunge" is set to take place this long weekend.

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How Do Zoo Animals Handle Quebec's Icy Winters? This Viral TikTok Has The Answer

For a snow leopard or a polar bear, weathering the winter is a no-brainer: they're fit for their environment, and their environment is chilly AF. But when a zoo brings warm-weather creatures to an icebox like Quebec, what happens when the warm summers fade into frigid winters?

It's a great question, and one curious Quebecer conveniently asked the Zoo de Granby the very same thing. A zookeeper gave a reassuring answer in a TikTok that has now garnered plenty of views.

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15 Magical Shots Of Montreal's First Snowstorm Of The Season (PHOTOS)

Montreal has officially received its very first snowstorm of the season and it's safe to say winter is here to stay.

Environment Canada warned of an estimated 20 centimetres of snow, which hit the city starting Friday morning and has continued to cast a white coat across Montreal since.

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Quebec Winter Weather Doesn't Look Pretty — Here's When The First Snowfall Could Hit

Quebec winter weather runs deep. Our skeletons have only just thawed from the last cold season, but already we're facing down another four months of finger-numbing temperatures, face-chafing wind and ass-breaking slippery sidewalks. According to predictions from the Old Farmer's Almanac, the first real evidence of winter will arrive in early November, though it won't be an immediate plunge into an icy hell.

The first mention of snowfall in the famous reference book's fall and winter forecasts for southern Quebec is between November 6 and 12, when, after a mild debut to the month, rain might finally begin to freeze.

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The Montreal Weather Forecast Says Freezing Rain Could Be On The Way

Well, just when you thought that the spring weather was here to stay, it seems as if the Quebec weather said "psych b*tch!" Environment and Climate Change Canada has officially issued a special weather warning for various regions across the province that could possibly receive freezing rain.

Montreal is expected to receive freezing rain starting as early as Wednesday evening.

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The Quebec Weather Forecast Predicts Yet Another Snowstorm On Its Way

Winter hasn't said its final words in la belle province just yet.

The Quebec weather forecast is predicting a snowstorm coming our way on Sunday, February 27.

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The Quebec Weather Forecast Predicts Another Storm This Week And Driving May Be Difficult

If you thought winter in Quebec was over, think again. Environment Canada issued a special weather statement for various areas across southern and central Quebec.

Brace yourselves, another winter storm is coming our way this week, starting Tuesday evening and going into Wednesday.

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Quebec Winter Ain't Over Yet — Weather During The Next Few Weeks Is Supposed To Be 'Epic'

While the majority of us are probably dreaming of the end of Quebec winter right about now, we may want to pump the brakes on those dreams.

Because if MétéoMedia is right, the province hasn't reached the finish line of the cold season just yet. The weather outlet is warning Quebecers to prepare for an "epic sequence" of weather events to end the season.

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The Weather Network Shared 5 Random Household Items That'll Help You Combat Winter

Surviving winter is truly a sport on its own. Between the snow, the salt, the ice, and the cold weather, it sometimes feels impossible to go a day without something going wrong.

To help get through this season a little easier, The Weather Network shared five household items that almost all of us have laying around which can be used to combat snow and ice.

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Quebec Police Fined A Laval Dude Almost $2,000 For Driving 214 km/h On The Highway

A Laval man was fined $1,996 for speeding on Saturday night. The driver was stopped for driving an entire 114 km/h above the speed limit.

The driver was not identified, except to say that he was a 23-year-old man from Laval. He currently faces $1,996 in tickets and 24 demerit points. His driver's license has been suspended for seven days.

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