Consecutive days of storm potential in Atlantic Canada amid unsettled setup

The next couple of days will feature thunderstorm risks across parts of Atlantic Canada, some which could turn severe in nature, with heavy rain, strong winds, and large hail all of concern.

Wednesday and Thursday will bring the risk of more thunderstorms as the low-pressure system tracks to the northeast.

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The region has been enveloped in a hot, humid air mass for the past several days, adding to the instability and thunderstorm potential as the fronts slice through.

Be sure to remain weather-aware, and stay up-to-date on all of the watches and warnings in your area.

Through Thursday: Looming thunderstorm risk over the East Coast

A couple of frontal boundaries and lows migrating through Atlantic Canada are bringing the risk for scattered showers and thunderstorms over the next couple of days.

There is the chance for nocturnal storms to push through into the pre-dawn hours on Wednesday, bringing heavy rain into New Brunswick, once again.

And then, through Wednesday afternoon, the focus of thunderstorms will be primarily in New Brunswick, eastern Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Newfoundland and Labrador are also likely to see a few storms rumble through.

The stronger storms are possible across central and northern New Brunswick, including Fredericton, and could result in periods of heavy rain, strong winds, and even large hail.

The hot and humid air mass is helping to fuel the thunderstorm chances, adding to the instability and thunderstorm potential as the fronts slice through.

Thursday will be a repeat of Wednesday afternoon and evening, with more thunderstorms and the risk of heavy rains and potential flooding.

Strong winds gusts and hail will be looming threats, as well.

Be sure to check back for the latest weather updates across Atlantic Canada