A winter storm is making its way to Waterloo region, Guelph and Wellington County, according to a special weather statement from Environment Canada.

The area could get between 10 to 20 cm by Thursday morning.

Environment Canada said Wednesday's snowfall is due to a Texas low making its way through eastern Ontario.

Snowfall is expected to start at around midnight Tuesday and continue into Wednesday. Snowfall could become heavy Wednesday afternoon.

Heavy snowfall is expected to continue through Wednesday evening before tapering off overnight, Environment Canada said.

Drivers should prepare for poor driving conditions as low visibility is expected in heavy snow and quickly accumulating snow, Environment Canada adds.