Chilly, Breezy, and a Chance of Flurries Ahead
Toronto’s weekend forecast: Cold and windy Saturday (-4°C), cloudy Sunday (-2°C), then a milder Monday (+3°C) with snow or rain. Flurries possible throughout
Toronto is off to a crisp start this Saturday morning with a temperature of -8°C at 7:00 AM. A light southern breeze at 8 km/h is making it feel like -12°C, with humidity at 83%. The barometric pressure is at 102.6 kPa and falling, hinting at some unsettled weather ahead.
Saturday: A Windy, Chilly Day with Some Sunshine
It’s a mix of sun and cloud today, but don’t let the sunshine fool you—it’s going to feel cold and windy. The southwest wind will pick up to 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h early this morning. The high will only reach -4°C, but with the wind chill, it will feel like -17°C this morning and -11°C this afternoon. If you’re heading out, bundle up in layers and brace for the gusty breeze.
The UV index is 3, meaning a moderate amount of sunshine will sneak through—so don’t forget those sunglasses despite the winter chill.
Tonight: Flurries and a Slightly Milder Night
A few flurries will move in this evening, lingering until overnight, followed by cloudy skies with a 40% chance of additional snow. Winds will ease slightly, shifting to southwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, and then becoming light near midnight. The low will be -5°C, with a wind chill of -12°C.
Sunday: More Clouds, A Chance of Flurries
Sunday, February 23, will be mainly cloudy with a 40% chance of morning flurries. The southwest wind will return by noon at 20 km/h, keeping the wind chill at -10°C. The high will nudge up slightly to -2°C, but it’ll still be a cold day overall.
By Sunday night, clouds persist with a 30% chance of flurries, and temperatures won’t drop much, holding steady at -2°C.
Monday: A Taste of Spring?
Monday, February 24, brings cloudy skies with a 70% chance of snow or rain, as temperatures climb to +3°C. Yes, that’s a plus sign! A real February warm-up is on the way. By the evening, rain showers remain likely (60% chance), with a mild overnight low of +2°C—a big change from the freezing cold of the weekend.
What to Wear?
- Saturday: Heavy winter gear is a must—wind chills near -17°C this morning will make it feel bitterly cold. A scarf, hat, gloves, and wind-resistant jacket will help combat the blustery conditions.
- Sunday: Slightly milder, but still cold with wind chills around -10°C. Stick with layers and a warm coat.
- Monday: If the forecast holds, warmer weather means you can ditch the heavy parka—a lighter winter coat should do the trick. But be prepared for some wet conditions as snow or rain moves in.
Fun Weather Fact: Toronto’s Wild February Swings
On February 22, 2017, Toronto hit a record high of +15.1°C, making it feel like early April! On the flip side, the coldest this day has ever been was -24.4°C back in 1963. This weekend’s temperatures are right in the middle—chilly, but not record-breaking.
Stay warm, Toronto, and enjoy the weekend!
