Showers, Wind, and Chilly Nights Before Victoria Day Sunshine Shines
Armstrong, ON – The Victoria Day weekend is off to a gloomy start in Armstrong, with rain showers and gusty winds holding court over the region. But hold tight, because clearer skies will arrive in time for the holiday Monday.
Saturday: Rain, Gusty Winds, and an Early Spring Vibe
Armstrong residents can expect cloudy skies Saturday with periods of rain transitioning to a 40 percent chance of showers later in the day. Winds will shift to the north at 30 km/h, gusting up to 50, helping keep the mercury pinned at a cool 5°C for much of the day. The UV index is a sleepy 2.
Saturday night will stay cloudy with a 30 percent chance of lingering showers and an overnight low dipping to -3°C.
Sunday: Clearing Skies and Gradual Warm-Up
Sunday will offer some relief with clearing skies, although the high will only crawl to 9°C. Sunday night stays clear and cold, with temperatures slipping again to -3°C.
Victoria Day Monday finally brings textbook spring weather, with sunny skies and a more seasonable high of 13°C, and a clear night at 0°C.
Armstrong’s seasonal norms hover around 17°C during the day and 2°C at night – this weekend will make locals feel like spring forgot to RSVP.
Wardrobe Wisdom
Layer up, bring your rain gear for Saturday, and keep that cozy sweater close for the frosty nights. Monday’s sunshine will finally let you break out lighter jackets and shades.
Weather Trivia: Did You Know?
Armstrong recorded a surprise 4 cm snowfall on May 20, 1991 – proving Northern Ontario springs have a wicked sense of humor.
