Spring Teases, But Sunday Brings Wind & Rain Drama
Toronto’s weather for March 15-17 brings warm temps, rain, and a windy Sunday with gusts up to 80 km/h. St. Patrick’s Day will be cooler but calm
Toronto is in for a temperature rollercoaster this weekend, with mild highs, rain showers, and a special weather statement warning of strong winds and heavy rain on Sunday. If you were hoping for a peaceful St. Patrick’s Day, you might need to swap your green outfit for a raincoat and hold onto your hat!
Saturday, March 15: A Taste of Spring with Showers
The day starts off at 5°C under partly cloudy skies, with humidity at 84% and barometric pressure at 100.7 kPa (falling). Expect increasing cloudiness as the morning progresses, bringing a 60% chance of showers and even a risk of thunderstorms by late morning and early afternoon. Winds will pick up, shifting to southeast at 30 km/h, helping to warm things up to a comfortable high of 15°C. The UV index is at 4 (moderate), so a little sunshine might sneak through.
By tonight, the skies remain mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of lingering showers before steadier rain moves in overnight. Winds will stay from the south at 20 km/h, and temperatures won’t drop much, with a low of 10°C—a relatively mild night for March.
Sunday, March 16: Wind, Rain & Thunder Risk
A Special Weather Statement is in effect, warning of heavy rain (15-25 mm) and wind gusts up to 80 km/h. Expect showers through the morning, with a risk of thunderstorms late in the morning and early afternoon. The wind will start from the south at 20 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, but by noon, it will intensify, shifting west at 40 km/h, gusting to 70 km/h. Despite the stormy conditions, temperatures will reach a high of 14°C.
By nighttime, rain showers may transition into flurries as temperatures plunge to -2°C. Talk about a wild weather swing!
Monday, March 17: A Cooler, Calmer St. Patrick’s Day
After Sunday’s chaos, Monday will feel much calmer. Expect a mix of sun and clouds with a cooler high of 6°C. Winds will settle, and the evening will bring cloudy periods with a low of -1°C—chilly but manageable.
What to Wear?
- Saturday: A light jacket with an umbrella for occasional showers.
- Sunday: A waterproof rain jacket, sturdy boots, and be prepared for strong winds—secure those hats and umbrellas!
- Monday: A sweater and a warm jacket for a cool but pleasant day.
Toronto Weather Trivia
Did you know? Toronto’s strongest recorded wind gust was 126 km/h on January 30, 1954! While Sunday’s wind won’t break records, it’ll still pack a punch.
