A Breezy Start to Thursday with Brighter Days Ahead
Morning Chill and Northern Gusts Start Off Your Thursday
Toronto wakes up under mostly cloudy skies this Thursday morning, May 8, with the thermometer gently nudging 7°C at Pearson International Airport. Winds are blowing steadily from the north at 25 km/h, adding a crisp edge to the air, and pushing the morning chill into jacket-worthy territory. The barometric pressure is currently sitting at 102.0 kPa and on the rise — a classic sign of improving weather. Humidity levels are at 70%, which means you may still feel a bit of dampness in the air despite the cooler temperature.
As the day unfolds, expect those clouds to shuffle aside, making room for a mix of sun and cloud by the afternoon. Winds will ease slightly, becoming lighter later this morning as they stick with a northerly direction at 20 km/h. The afternoon high will reach a modest 15°C — a refreshing, if not quite beach-worthy, springtime temp. The UV index is sitting at 5, which is moderate, so some sun protection wouldn’t hurt if you’re spending time outdoors.
Evening Forecast: Clearing Skies and Cooler Vibes
Tonight, skies will clear out completely, offering a stargazer’s delight over the city. Temperatures will drop to a brisk low of 4°C, so it’s definitely a night to keep the windows closed and maybe even throw on an extra blanket. Wind gusts up to 40 km/h may whip through early in the evening, so don’t be surprised if your recycling bins start dancing down the street.
Looking Ahead: A Beautiful Spring Weekend on the Horizon
Friday brings nothing but sunshine and a high of 18°C — perfect weather for outdoor lunches, long walks, or finally washing that winter road salt off your car. Friday night remains clear with a low of 5°C. Then, Saturday really turns up the charm with more sunshine and a high of 21°C. With a low of 9°C on Saturday night and skies staying clear, it might just be the perfect evening for patio season to officially kick off.
What to Wear Today
You’ll want to layer up this morning — think a windbreaker or a light insulated jacket with long sleeves. By afternoon, a hoodie or light sweater should do just fine. Sunglasses will come in handy once the clouds move along, and don’t forget a hat if you’ll be out under the sun.
Historic Weather Trivia
On this date in Toronto’s weather history, the record high was a toasty 29.6°C, set in 1979 — a far cry from today’s chill. The record low? A teeth-chattering -3.3°C in 1966. So while today might feel a bit brisk, it’s far from the worst Toronto’s seen on a May 8.
