Current Conditions
TORONTO – WEATHER – Good morning, Toronto! As of 6:00 AM EST on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the city is waking up to cloudy skies with a current temperature of 5.7°C. The barometric pressure sits at 101.3 kPa and is rising, indicating more stable weather later today. Humidity is at 80%, and a brisk west wind is blowing at 27 km/h. Visibility is excellent at 24 km.
Today’s Forecast: Tuesday, December 17
Expect mainly cloudy skies with a 30% chance of showers this morning and early afternoon. Conditions will improve with clearing skies later in the day. The west wind will pick up to 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, so hold onto your hats! The temperature will remain steady near 3°C. The UV index is low at 1, so no need for sunscreen, but you may want an umbrella for the earlier part of the day.
Tonight
A few clouds will linger through the night, and winds will ease to 15 km/h. The temperature will drop to -1°C, but with the wind chill, it’ll feel more like -5°C. Bundle up!
Wednesday, December 18
Cloud cover increases as the day progresses, leading to periods of snow beginning around noon with about 2 cm of accumulation expected. Winds will remain light, up to 15 km/h. Temperatures will hover near 0°C, but with the morning wind chill, it will feel closer to -5°C. Once again, the UV index remains low at 1.
Wednesday Night
Cloudy periods with a 40% chance of flurries will continue into the night. Expect a low of -4°C.
Looking Ahead: Thursday, December 19
The skies will offer a mix of sun and cloud with a daytime high of -1°C. Flurries may return Thursday night, with a low holding steady at -4°C.
Historical Weather Fact
On this date, December 17, Toronto has seen quite a range in temperatures. The highest recorded temperature was 12.0°C in 2015, while the chilliest low dropped to -9.6°C in 2013. December weather in Toronto keeps us on our toes!
Wardrobe Suggestions
Today, a warm jacket and gloves are a must with those brisk westerly winds. Tomorrow, prepare for light snow—so break out the winter coat, scarf, and boots to stay comfortable.
Did You Know?
December in Toronto can bring anything from mild rain to full-blown winter snowstorms, which makes it one of the most unpredictable months of the year. Flexibility is key when dressing for the weather!
