Weather Forecast for Monday: A Stormy Start to the Week

As the weekend comes to a close, Nova Scotians can expect a significant change in the weather starting on Sunday evening and intensifying throughout Monday. A large low-pressure system is forecast to develop near the U.S. coast, bringing with it heavy rain and strong winds that will have a major impact on the region.

Rainfall amounts of 50-70mm are expected by Tuesday, making this a significant storm event for areas that have recently seen a lot of precipitation. The chance of thunderstorms is also high in the outer west, adding to the overall uncertainty surrounding which counties will see the heaviest rain and strongest winds.

In terms of wind direction, southerly winds of 20-30 km/h are expected to decrease to 15-20 km/h during the morning before turning east-southeasterly later in the day. Gusts of up to 100 km/h can be expected, especially near the coast where large waves and pounding surf will produce higher-than-normal water levels, particularly around high tide on Monday night.

Residents are advised to continue monitoring alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada for updates on this storm event. With rain likely to continue through Wednesday, it's crucial to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.

To report severe weather, residents can send an email or tweet reports using #NSStorm. As the storm evolves over the weekend, be sure to check back for updated forecasts and alerts.

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