Breezy and Cold Start to March in the GTA

Chilly winds dominate Toronto’s weather today with a high of -6°C. Expect flurries, a biting wind chill near -17°C, and a cold night ahead. A warm-up is coming!

Toronto is waking up to a brisk morning, with the temperature at -7°C, though it feels more like -17°C thanks to strong northwesterly winds. At 7:00 AM, winds were blowing at 41 km/h, gusting up to 52 km/h, adding an extra bite to the already chilly air. The barometric pressure sits at 100.1 kPa and is on the rise, while humidity levels are at 61%. Skies are partly cloudy, and visibility is excellent at 24 km, though the wind chill is making it feel considerably colder than the thermometer suggests.

Today’s Forecast: Blustery Conditions with a Chance of Flurries

Expect a cloudy day ahead with a 40% chance of flurries. The northwest wind will continue to be a factor, blowing at 40 km/h and gusting up to 60 km/h before easing to 20 km/h later this afternoon. The high for today will be -6°C, though wind chills will hover near -17°C for much of the day. If you’re heading outside, bundle up—hats, scarves, and insulated gloves are non-negotiable. The UV index is sitting at 2, which is low but still a reminder that winter sun can reflect off the snow.

Tonight: Flurries and a Deep Freeze

Mainly cloudy skies continue into the evening with a 30% chance of flurries. Winds from the northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, will lighten up before morning. The temperature will drop to -16°C, with the wind chill making it feel like -22°C overnight. It’s a night for thick blankets and hot cocoa!

Sunday Outlook: Slightly Warmer, but Still Wintry

Sunday will remain mainly cloudy with a 30% chance of flurries in the afternoon. A northwest wind at 20 km/h will develop later in the day. The high will be -4°C, but the morning wind chill will make it feel like -20°C before slightly improving to -8°C in the afternoon. The UV index remains low at 2.

Sunday night will bring partly cloudy skies and a low of -10°C.

Looking Ahead: A Gradual Warm-Up

• Monday, March 3 – A mix of sun and clouds with a high of +1°C—finally crossing into positive territory! The night will see cloudy periods with a 30% chance of flurries and a low of -3°C.
• Tuesday, March 4 – Cloudy with a 40% chance of rain showers or flurries and a high of +4°C. The night will be wetter, with periods of rain and a low of +3°C.

What to Wear?

Today is all about layering. With strong winds and cold temperatures, a windproof winter coat is a must. Add thermal socks, a toque, and gloves to keep the chill at bay. Sunday will feel slightly better, but you’ll still want to dress warmly, especially in the morning. By Monday, you might get away with a lighter jacket as temperatures approach freezing, but don’t pack away your winter gear just yet!

Toronto Weather Trivia

Did you know? The coldest March 1 ever recorded in Toronto was back in 1962, when temperatures plummeted to a bone-chilling -26.1°C. Meanwhile, the warmest March 1 on record was a spring-like 16.7°C in 1972. Today, we’re somewhere in between, but definitely leaning on the colder side!