From Raindrops to Wind Gusts – A Whirlwind Weekend in the GTA

It’s a damp and drizzly start to the day in Toronto as spring continues its unpredictable dance. At 7:00 AM this morning, the temperature hovered at 3.7°C, with a light rain falling over Pearson International. Humidity is sitting at a damp 87%, and the barometric pressure is 101.7 kPa and falling – a classic setup for changing conditions. Winds are currently blowing in from the east at 19 km/h, but that won’t last long. Buckle up for a bit of a weather ride!

Saturday’s Forecast – Wet Start, Windy Finish

Today, expect steady periods of rain through late afternoon, bringing about 10 to 15 mm of total rainfall. East winds at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40, will taper off around noon before flipping direction and returning with gusto – this time from the west at 20 km/h, also gusting to 40. Temperatures will rise to a high of 13°C by mid-afternoon, so while your umbrella might get a workout, at least it won’t be freezing. The UV index is low at 1, meaning you can skip the shades, but not the raincoat.

As evening rolls in, the skies will remain moody with a 60% chance of more rain. Winds shift again, becoming northwest at 30 km/h with gusts reaching 50, and temperatures dip to a chilly low of -1°C. Time to swap out those sneakers for waterproof boots.

Sunday into Monday – A See-Saw of Sunshine and Showers

Sunday brings some relief with a mix of sun and cloud and a more seasonally appropriate high of 7°C. Winds from the northwest at 20 km/h will keep things feeling crisp. UV levels bounce back up to 6, which is considered high – a rare appearance for sunglasses and SPF this early in the month. Overnight, expect cloudy periods with a low of -1°C.

Monday takes another turn with a 30% chance of flurries or rain showers under cloudy skies and a high of 8°C. Yes, you read that right – flurries. The evening looks even chillier with a 40% chance of more mixed precipitation and a low of -5°C. Spring in Toronto clearly didn’t get the memo.

What to Wear This Weekend in Toronto

Layer up, friends! Today calls for a waterproof jacket and something cozy underneath – the shifting winds and rising temperatures might trick you otherwise, but you’ll want to be prepared for both soggy sidewalks and a brisk breeze. On Sunday, a windbreaker and sunglasses combo should do nicely, while Monday might call for a heavier coat, just in case the snowflakes decide to stick around.

This Day in Toronto Weather History

On April 5th, Toronto has seen both sun and snow in the past. The record high for this date is a balmy 22.3°C, set in 1991 – a true spring teaser. The chilliest it’s ever gotten on April 5th? A frosty -10.6°C, way back in 1972. So today’s weather, while annoying, is really just par for the April course.