Saturday Morning Thunder Threat Gives Way to Gusty Afternoon Winds
TORONTO – WEATHER – If you’re waking up in the GTA today and wondering whether to pack an umbrella, sunglasses, or a windbreaker, the answer is… all three.
This Saturday kicks off under mostly cloudy skies and a balmy 18°C at 7:00 AM, but the atmosphere is already cooking up some mood swings.
A 60 percent chance of showers looms over the city this morning, with a spicy risk of thunderstorms just to keep things interesting. The wind, not to be left out of the drama, is currently blowing from the south-southwest at 16 km/h but will shift southwest and amp up to 20 km/h with gusts reaching 50 km/h. By the afternoon, it’ll turn northwesterly, still gusting up to 50 km/h—perfect for an impromptu hair-styling session courtesy of Mother Nature.
The barometric pressure sits at 100.7 kPa and is on the decline, while the humidity is a sticky 88%, a sure sign of that unsettled air mixing with early spring warmth. Visibility remains good at 24 kilometres—for now.
The high today will climb to 21°C, with a UV index of 5 (moderate), so you might even catch a sunbeam between raindrops if you’re lucky. Just don’t forget to hold on to your hat.
Saturday Night Brings a Chilly Turn, Sunny Sunday on Tap
As we head into tonight, expect skies to remain mainly cloudy with that persistent northwest wind holding steady at 30 km/h and gusting up to 50. The temperature will nosedive to a brisk low of +2°C—so if you’re stepping out tonight, you’ll want to swap your light spring jacket for something more solid.
Sunday shakes off the gloom with full sunshine on the horizon. Winds will swing northeast at 20 km/h before easing up late in the morning. The high, however, will only reach 13°C, a noticeable cool-down from today. UV index bumps up to a 7 (high), so despite the chillier air, sunscreen isn’t a bad idea.
Sunday night brings cloudy periods and a low of 5°C, making for a cozy evening indoors—or a cool one if you’re caught underdressed.
The Work Week Begins on a Grey Note, But Warmer Days Return Midweek
Monday looks to be a grey and potentially drizzly affair, with a 40 percent chance of showers and a high of 10°C. The night carries a 60 percent chance of continued showers with a low around 6°C.
Tuesday stays cloudy with a high of 10°C, but by Wednesday, spring bounces back a bit with a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 16°C—finally, a little warmth worth celebrating.
Wardrobe Suggestion
For today, layers are your best friend. Bring along waterproof gear for those passing showers or storms, and don’t forget a windbreaker—gusts will test your outfit’s aerodynamic stability. Tonight and into Sunday, you’ll want to break out the spring coat again, and keep gloves handy for the late-night chill. Sunglasses and sunscreen will be must-haves for Sunday’s bright skies, even if the temperatures are modest.
Weather Trivia: Toronto’s Temperature Time Travel
On April 19, Toronto’s historical high was a balmy 28.9°C, recorded in 1976. In contrast, the coldest this date has ever seen was a bone-chilling -4.4°C back in 2000. Today’s 21°C high fits nicely in the spring comfort zone—but don’t let it fool you. April in Toronto has always had a flair for unpredictability!
