A Chilly and Snowy Morning in the GTA
Toronto wakes up to snow, cold winds, and a wind chill of -23°C. Flurries continue today, but a gradual warm-up is coming by the weekend. Bundle up!
Toronto is off to a frigid and snowy start this morning, with light snow showers and drifting snow creating low visibility (4 km) and icy conditions. As of 6:39 AM EST, the temperature is -13.2°C, but thanks to a brisk west-southwest wind at 24 km/h, it feels like -23°C. Humidity sits at 80%, and the barometric pressure is at 102.2 kPa and rising, signaling a shift in weather patterns in the days ahead.
Today’s Forecast: Flurries & Gusty Winds
Expect on-and-off flurries throughout the day, bringing around 2 cm of snowfall. Winds will shift to the northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, keeping things blustery. The temperature will rise to -6°C, but the wind chill will make it feel like -20°C this morning and -10°C this afternoon. While it won’t be the coldest day of the season, it’s still a day to bundle up in warm layers, wear a hat, and grab those gloves before heading out.
Tonight, a few lingering flurries will taper off by midnight, leaving mainly cloudy skies. The wind will calm down after midnight, but temperatures will drop to -15°C, with a wind chill of -21°C overnight.
Midweek Outlook: Stubborn Cold, But a Slight Warm-Up by Friday
Wednesday, February 19, will bring a mix of sun and cloud, with a 30% chance of afternoon flurries. The high will reach -6°C, though morning wind chills will be -21°C before improving to -10°C in the afternoon. Overnight, cloudy skies and a 40% chance of flurries will keep things chilly, with a low of -12°C.
Thursday, February 20, will be mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries, and a high of -7°C. The night will see cloudy periods with a 30% chance of flurries, as temperatures drop to -11°C.
Friday, February 21, finally brings a touch of milder weather, with a mix of sun and cloud and a high of -2°C. It won’t feel warm, but compared to today, it’s progress! The night will see cloudy periods, with a low of -8°C.
What to Wear: Winter Gear is a Must!
Toronto’s cold and gusty winds today mean you’ll want to layer up. A thick winter coat, warm gloves, a hat, and a scarf are all essential. If you’re walking in open areas, be prepared for drifting snow and reduced visibility, especially in wind-prone spots like bridges and highways.
Toronto’s Snowy History: Record-Breaking Blizzard
Did you know Toronto’s biggest one-day snowfall was 48.3 cm on December 11, 1944? While today’s 2 cm is nothing in comparison, it’s still enough to make roads slick—so take it slow out there!
