Allister Aalders
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ASK ALLISTER: How does frost form on the inside of my windshield?
Over the last few months, I have written a few columns about frosty windshields. A few of you have reached out to me following these columns, noting how ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: An icy trek in St. John's, N.L.
One look at this photo, and you can’t help but feel a bit cold. Jantje VanHouwelingen shared this icy view on the way to Fort Amherst in St. John’s, N.L. → Read More
ALLISTER AALDERS: Valentine’s Day nor’easter to deliver heavy snow to parts of Nova Scotia, Newfoundland
A developing nor’easter is going to make for a snowy mess just in time for Valentine’s Day across much of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. Snow started ... → Read More
Dangerous wind chills forecast as blast of arctic air approaches Atlantic Canada
The weather in Atlantic Canada is often described as being like a rollercoaster, and that will certainly be the case over the next 48 hours. The big ... → Read More
Frozen bubbles are a work of art. Here’s how to make them
This winter season has been mild thus far, but with some colder weather in the forecast, perhaps a fun experiment to try is creating frozen bubbles. This ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: Flowing falls at the dam in Parrsboro, N.S.
There are so many interesting places you can explore in our region. Bill Atkinson shared this photo of the old dam in Parrsboro, N.S., recently. I’ve heard ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: Scenic sunrise in Seaforth, N.S.
What a spectacular photo. Stephen Locke captured this incredible sunrise along the Eastern Shore in Seaforth, N.S. The colourful sunrise was a sure sign ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: Twilight at Cranberry Lake in Dartmouth, N.S.
Winter is known for its snow but also for beautiful sunsets. Warren Hoeg captured twilight over Cranberry Lake in Dartmouth, N.S., last week. This cloudy ... → Read More
ALLISTER AALDERS: No end in sight for this active weather pattern
What some have called the snow drought in parts of western Nova Scotia has come to an end. Snow has eased to some onshore flurries in Nova Scotia and ... → Read More
Heavy snowfall, gusty winds to make for messy weekend in eastern Newfoundland
A significant snowfall is now set to impact much of eastern Newfoundland this weekend. The storm is currently producing snowfall over much of the Maritime ... → Read More
ASK ALLISTER: How many tropical cyclones have ever formed in January?
Typical January weather talk might include nor’easters or thaws, but tropical cyclones? That was the buzz on social media this weekend. Low-pressure to ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: 'ReTIREd' snowman in St. John's, N.L.
With the lack of snowfall lately, you’re likely to see a snowman like this one. Gary Mitchell captured this ‘reTIREd’ snowman in St. John’s, N.L. I’ve ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: Sunset surfing in Lawrencetown, N.S.
Susan Baldwin said this was a beautiful day to be outside. She captured this stunning view of Lawrencetown Beach at sunset in Lawrencetown, N.S. Of course, ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: Sun pillar in Corraville, P.E.I.
Barry Cottam captured this sun pillar in Corraville, P.E.I., which he described as a “sunrise rocket.” These vertical pillars of light most often occur at ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: Sunset glow in Ingonish Harbour, N.S.
What a fantastic view to end the day. Spencer Ferguson captured this vibrant sunset a few weeks ago near Ingonish Harbour, N.S. Spencer said this was one ... → Read More
HOLIDAY PHOTO: Lit up with lights in Port de Grave, N.L.
We’re wrapping up our feature of holiday photos with this beautiful scene from Newfoundland. I shared a photo of the Port de Grave, N.L., boat lights, and ... → Read More
ALLISTER AALDERS: As Christmas approaches, so will more stormy weather
Many people will be travelling for the holidays over the next few weeks, making the vital weather forecast that much more important. A powerful storm ... → Read More
HOLIDAY PHOTO: Santa sighting in Mount Pearl, N.L.
We’re just under two weeks until Christmas, and while Saint Nick is busy making final preparations, he still has time to make some stops in Atlantic ... → Read More
ALLISTER AALDERS: Significant snow, rain take aim at parts of Atlantic Canada
A complex weather system will move through Atlantic Canada. Low pressure intensifying south of Nova Scotia will deliver snow into eastern Nova Scotia and ... → Read More
WEATHER PHOTO: A winter walk on the beach near Bedeque, P.E.I.
Don’t be fooled – this photo was taken a week ago, so the water is quite chilly. Jill Richard captured this beautiful scene at Chelton Beach near Bedeque, ... → Read More