From Showers and Thunderstorms to Flurries and Freezing Temperatures

Wawa is in for a wild mix of weather over the next few days, with rain, thunderstorms, and even a risk of freezing rain today, followed by cooler temperatures and snow flurries by Sunday. If you’re heading out, be prepared for rapidly changing conditions!

Current Conditions: A Damp and Chilly Start

As of 6:00 AM EDT, the temperature in Wawa sits at -2.3°C, with humidity at a high 98%, making the air feel damp and raw. Winds are light from the northwest at 4 km/h, giving a slight wind chill of -4°C. The barometric pressure is at 101.2 kPa, suggesting an unsettled weather pattern ahead.

Today: A Mild Warm-Up, But With a Wet and Stormy Twist

The day will be mainly cloudy with a 40% chance of rain showers this morning and early afternoon. There’s a risk of freezing rain early this morning, so roads and sidewalks may be slick.

By this afternoon, steadier rain showers will develop, and there’s even a risk of a thunderstorm late in the day. Winds will shift southwest at 20 km/h, pushing temperatures up to a relatively warm 9°C. However, it will still feel chilly this morning, with wind chills near -8°C.

The UV index will be moderate at 4, so even with cloud cover, some sunlight will filter through.

Tonight: Showers Continue with a Chance of Thunderstorms

Rain showers will taper off this evening, leaving partly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of lingering showers. There’s also a risk of a thunderstorm early in the evening, so keep an eye on the sky. Temperatures will remain unseasonably mild, with a low of 7°C.

Saturday: More Rain and Thunderstorm Potential

Saturday will be mainly cloudy with a 40% chance of morning showers, followed by steadier rain beginning near noon. There’s also a risk of a morning thunderstorm, keeping the atmosphere unsettled. Winds will shift southeast at 20 km/h by late morning, with a high reaching 11°C.

Saturday night will bring periods of rain, with temperatures dropping to 1°C.

Sunday and Beyond: Back to Winter with Flurries and Freezing Temperatures

By Sunday, the mild weather will be gone, replaced by cloudy skies and a 60% chance of flurries. The high will be just 1°C, and snow could start accumulating.

Sunday night will turn even colder, with cloudy skies, a 40% chance of flurries, and a low of -13°C.

Monday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of flurries, a high of 0°C, and a chilly night with a low of -8°C.

Hazards: Rain, Thunderstorms, and a Sudden Return to Snow

• Freezing rain is possible early this morning, creating slick conditions on roads and walkways.
• Thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening, bringing brief heavy rain and gusty winds.
• Snow and flurries return Sunday, with temperatures dropping sharply overnight, leading to icy roads and sidewalks.

Wardrobe Advice: A Weekend of Layers and Rain Gear

• Today & Saturday: A waterproof jacket and rain boots are a must, as showers and thunderstorms are expected. Temperatures will be mild, so a sweater or lighter layers should be comfortable.
• Sunday & Monday: Bring back the winter coat, gloves, and hat, as temperatures drop below freezing with flurries expected.

Fun Weather Fact: Why Thunderstorms Can Happen in March

Did you know that spring thunderstorms often occur when warm, moist air clashes with lingering winter cold? This weekend’s weather is a perfect example—mild temperatures bring rain and storms, only to be replaced by flurries and freezing air shortly after. March weather in Northern Ontario is anything but boring!

Stay safe, stay dry, and be ready for rapid weather changes in Wawa this weekend!