Mainly Sunny Today, But Snow and Rain on the Horizon
Toronto sees sunshine today before snow arrives tonight. A wintry mix of snow and rain follows Thursday. Get ready for a chilly weekend ahead!
Toronto is starting the day with mainly sunny skies and a brisk -2°C at Pearson International Airport as of 7:00 AM. With a light west wind at 8 km/h, it feels closer to -5°C. Humidity is at a high 90%, making it feel a bit damp despite the sunshine. The barometric pressure sits at 101.4 kPa and is on the rise. Visibility is excellent at 24 km, giving Torontonians a crisp, clear start to the day.
As the morning progresses, expect a mix of sun and clouds to develop, with winds picking up slightly to 15 km/h. The temperature will climb to a high of +3°C, though the wind chill will keep things feeling closer to -4°C this morning. The UV index is moderate at 3, so a bit of sun protection wouldn’t hurt if you’re spending time outdoors.
Tonight: Snow Returns
Clouds will take over the sky this evening, leading to periods of snow beginning near midnight. About 2 cm of accumulation is expected. Winds will shift to the northeast, increasing to 20 km/h late in the evening. The overnight low will hover around 0°C, so while it won’t be a deep freeze, the fresh snowfall may create slick conditions on roads and sidewalks.
Thursday: A Wintry Mix with Snow, Rain, and Flurries
Thursday starts with lingering periods of snow, tapering off by late morning. However, that’s not the end of the action—cloudy skies will dominate, with a 40% chance of rain showers or flurries in the afternoon. By late afternoon, another round of light rain or flurries will move in. The city could see another 2 cm of snow before it’s all said and done. Winds will shift to the west at 30 km/h, helping push the temperature up to +4°C. The UV index will be low at 1.
Thursday night will stay cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries and a much colder low of -8°C, so be prepared for a frosty end to the day.
Looking Ahead: A Cloudy Stretch with Temperature Swings
- Friday: Overcast skies with a high of -1°C. Snow or rain chances increase Friday night, with a 60% likelihood of precipitation and a low of -1°C.
- Saturday: A mix of sun and cloud with a 40% chance of flurries or rain showers. The high will be -2°C, dipping sharply to -14°C overnight under clear skies.
- Sunday: A bright and sunny day with a high of -4°C. Expect cloudy periods overnight with a low of -12°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations
Today calls for layers—a warm winter jacket, gloves, and a hat will keep you comfortable in the chilly wind this morning. With snow and rain in the forecast for Thursday, waterproof footwear and an umbrella will be useful. The temperature drop heading into the weekend means it’s not time to stash away those heavy winter coats just yet!
Toronto Weather Trivia
Did you know? The highest recorded temperature on February 26 in Toronto was a balmy 14.9°C in 2000, while the record low plunged to a bone-chilling -26.1°C in 1873! So while today feels cold, history shows it could be much worse!
