Sunny and Mild Today, Rain and Gusty Winds Arriving Overnight
Toronto enjoys a warm and sunny day with a high of 18°C before rain and gusty winds arrive overnight. Cooler temperatures and flurries return by Thursday night
Toronto is waking up to a mild and pleasant morning with temperatures sitting at 5.1°C under partly cloudy skies. The humidity is at 71%, with a dew point of 0.3°C, and the barometric pressure is 101.0 kPa and falling, indicating an approaching change in weather. Winds are currently calm, but that won’t last long as gusty conditions are expected later in the day.
Today’s Forecast: A Taste of Spring
If you’ve been craving warmer weather, today is your day! Sunshine will dominate, and temperatures will soar to a high of 18°C—a perfect excuse to spend some time outdoors. However, south winds at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, will pick up later in the morning, adding a breezy touch to the warmth. With a moderate UV index of 5, don’t forget the sunglasses and a bit of sunscreen if you’re out for an extended period.
Tonight: Clouds, Showers, and Stronger Winds
The evening will start off clear, but clouds will roll in near midnight, bringing a 60% chance of showers overnight. Southeast winds at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, will ease in the evening before strengthening again after midnight, shifting to the south at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h. Temperatures will remain mild, with an overnight low of 10°C.
Thursday, March 20: A Windy and Wet Day
Expect a cloudy day with a 60% chance of showers. The wind will be a key player, with south winds at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, shifting to northwest 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h in the afternoon. That wind shift will signal a cooldown, so enjoy the high of 13°C while it lasts. The UV index will be moderate at 3.
By Thursday night, colder air moves in, bringing a 60% chance of flurries and gusty winds. Temperatures will dip to -5°C, so don’t be fooled by today’s warmth—winter isn’t quite done yet!
Looking Ahead: Sun, Showers, and Fluctuating Temperatures
- Friday, March 21: A return to sunshine with a high of 9°C.
- Friday Night: Cloudy periods with a 30% chance of showers, low 4°C.
- Saturday, March 22: Cloudy with a 40% chance of showers, high 5°C.
- Saturday Night: Cloudy periods with a 30% chance of rain or flurries, low -9°C.
What to Wear
Today’s warmth calls for lighter clothing, but keep a jacket handy for the gusty winds. Tonight, an umbrella and rain-resistant layers will be useful as showers move in. By Thursday night, winter gear will be needed again as temperatures plunge.
Weather Trivia
On March 19, Toronto has seen both extremes—the warmest recorded temperature was 24.4°C in 2012, while the coldest was -18.3°C in 1965. Today’s warm spell might feel like a preview of summer, but Mother Nature is known for surprises!
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, Toronto—rain and a chilly breeze are on the way!
