Mostly Cloudy Skies Set the Tone for a Frosty Day
Toronto’s winter weather features -8°C temps, a mix of sun and cloud, flurries, and wind chills down to -20°C. Stay warm and watch for weekend snow!
Toronto is bundling up today as winter firmly grips the city. As of 9:00 AM EST, the temperature sits at a brisk -8°C, though it feels more like -12°C with the wind chill. The skies are mostly cloudy, and the barometric pressure is at 102.2 kPa and rising, hinting at stable weather conditions—for now. Humidity is a moderate 72%, adding just a whisper of dampness to the frosty air. Winds from the west-southwest are light at 8 km/h, but expect them to pick up later in the day.
Friday’s Forecast: A Wintry Mix with a Chill in the Air
Today, Toronto residents can expect a mix of sun and cloud, with a 30% chance of light flurries this afternoon. Winds will shift to the west and increase to 20 km/h by late afternoon, giving us a high of -5°C, though it will feel much colder. Wind chills this morning make it feel like -16°C, improving slightly to -8°C by the afternoon. The UV index is low at 1—no sunscreen required, but warm layers are definitely a must!
For tonight, partly cloudy skies will prevail with gusty southwest winds at 20 km/h, occasionally reaching 40 km/h. Temperatures will drop to a frosty -12°C, and wind chills will make it feel like a biting -20°C overnight. Better break out the heavy-duty winter coat if you’re venturing outside!
Saturday: Flurries and Gusty Winds
Saturday brings a cloudy day with a 60% chance of flurries. The southwest wind will strengthen to 30 km/h with gusts up to 50 km/h, keeping things brisk. Temperatures will top out at -4°C, but the morning wind chill will feel like a bone-chilling -19°C, improving slightly to -13°C in the afternoon. The UV index remains at 1.
Saturday night will continue the trend of cloudy skies with a 30% chance of flurries. The low is expected to hover around -6°C, a minor reprieve from the deeper freeze of Friday night.
Sunday: Sun and Cloud with Flurry Chances
Sunday offers a glimmer of sunshine, mixing with clouds and a 40% chance of flurries. The high will be slightly warmer at -3°C. By night, expect cloudy periods with a low of -6°C and a continued chance of light snow.
Historical Weather Fact for January 24
On this date in Toronto’s weather history, the record high was a balmy 12.6°C in 1967, while the record low plunged to a frigid -26.1°C in 1970. Today’s chill is far from setting any records, but it’s still cold enough to make you appreciate your warm socks.
Wardrobe Recommendations
It’s all about layering today! A thermal base layer, a thick sweater, and your warmest winter coat are non-negotiable. Don’t forget a scarf, gloves, and a cozy hat to keep the wind chills at bay. Sturdy, insulated boots are a good idea too, especially with the chance of flurries.
Did You Know?
Toronto’s weather can be quite the rollercoaster, but did you know it’s partly thanks to its location near Lake Ontario? The lake moderates the city’s temperatures, preventing extremes, but it also contributes to the frequent snow flurries we see in winter.
