A Brisk Start to Friday with Gusty Winds
Toronto faces chilly winds today with flurries ending this morning. A mix of sun and cloud this weekend, warming up by Monday.
Good morning, Toronto! If you’re heading out early today, brace yourself for some chilly winds. As of 7:00 AM at Pearson International Airport, the temperature sits at -1.9°C, but with a strong west wind at 41 km/h, gusting up to 50 km/h, it feels more like -10°C.
The barometric pressure is at 100.8 kPa and rising, suggesting a shift in conditions. Humidity is at 64%, and visibility is a solid 24 km.
Expect a few lingering flurries this morning before skies clear. The west wind will persist at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, keeping the wind chill near -10°C. By the afternoon, temperatures will reach a modest high of +1°C. The UV index is at 4, so while it may be cold, don’t forget some sun protection.
Friday Night: A Fresh Dusting of Snow
Clouds will thicken this evening, bringing another round of flurries overnight, with up to 2 cm of snowfall expected. The wind will shift slightly to the northwest at 30 km/h, still gusting up to 50 km/h, keeping things blustery. The overnight low will drop to -6°C, but with the wind chill, it’ll feel more like -14°C. Bundle up if you’re out late!
Weekend Outlook: A Mix of Winter’s Last Stand and Spring’s First Steps
Saturday will bring a mix of sun and cloud, with clearing expected late in the morning. The northwest wind will remain steady at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, and the high will be around 0°C. However, the morning will start with a brisk wind chill of -14°C. The UV index will be moderate at 3. By Saturday night, skies will clear, and temperatures will dip to -5°C.
Sunday signals a slight warming trend with increasing cloudiness and a high of +4°C. The night will bring partly cloudy skies with a low of +1°C.
Monday: A Taste of Spring?
Monday is looking much milder with sunshine and a high of 10°C! It might be time to dust off those lighter jackets. The night will bring cloudy periods and a low of +3°C.
Dressing for the Weather
Today and tomorrow, layers are your best friend! A warm winter coat, gloves, and a hat are essential, especially with the wind chill making it feel significantly colder. If you’re out tonight, a scarf will help keep that icy wind at bay. By Monday, though, you might get away with a lighter jacket.
Did You Know?
On this day in Toronto’s weather history, the record high temperature was a balmy 17.3°C, recorded in 2000. Meanwhile, the record low was a teeth-chattering -23.9°C, set in 1967. So, while today feels cold, it could definitely be worse!
Stay warm, Toronto, and enjoy the mix of winter’s last breath and spring’s slow arrival!
