Windy with a Side of Snow—The GTA Sees One More Chilly Shuffle Before Spring Steps Up
Toronto Wakes Up to Flurries, Gusts, and a -13°C Wind Chill—But Patience, Spring Is on Deck
Toronto, ON – Tuesday, April 8, 2025 – Mother Nature seems to be tossing in one last snow-globe shake this morning in Toronto, as light snow flurries and brisk winds greet the early risers. As of 6:00 AM EDT, the temperature at Pearson International Airport sits at -5.1°C with a biting wind chill of -13°C thanks to a stiff west-northwest wind blowing at 33 km/h, gusting up to 45. Humidity is at 68%, and visibility remains good at 16 km, despite the flurries drifting down. The barometric pressure is rising, sitting at 100.9 kPa, hinting at an improving trend later today.
Expect a few flurries through the morning, with total local accumulations around 2 cm—not quite a snowstorm, but enough to dust the roads and windshield. By midday, skies turn cloudy with no more snow expected. Winds will pick up even more from the northwest at 40 km/h, gusting to 60 km/h, making the day feel colder than it is. The high will struggle to reach 0°C, while the wind chill this morning sits near -14°C. The UV index is moderate at 3, so even under cloud cover, some sunshine may sneak through—worth keeping those sunglasses in your bag.
Tonight, skies begin to clear late in the evening. Winds will remain blustery out of the northwest at 20 km/h with gusts up to 40 before calming down overnight. The low drops to -6°C with an evening wind chill of -9°C, so you’ll still want that heavier coat for any late-night strolls.
Wednesday, April 9, starts with a mix of sun and cloud before becoming overcast by the afternoon. Winds shift to the west at 20 km/h, and the high climbs to +5°C—finally above freezing! The morning wind chill will be a chilly -7°C, but things should feel more comfortable as the day progresses. The UV index rises to 5, so SPF is a smart choice for anyone outdoors for long.
Wednesday night brings cloudy periods and a low of -2°C. Thursday, April 10, stays grey with a 60% chance of either rain showers or flurries during the day. The high hits +3°C, so we’re walking that fine springtime line between wet and white. Thursday night keeps the same theme—40% chance of light flurries or rain, and a low of +2°C.
Friday brings a fully cloudy day with a high of 7°C and a mild low of +2°C. Saturday finally delivers a break with a pleasant mix of sun and cloud and a high of 9°C—great news for anyone craving a real taste of spring.
What to Wear:
Layer up today like winter hasn’t quite left the building—because, well, it hasn’t. A warm jacket, windproof accessories, and gloves are essential. By midweek, you might start swapping parkas for spring jackets, but keep your umbrella and a toque on standby for Thursday’s unpredictable mix.
On This Day in Weather History:
Toronto’s historical high for April 8 sits at a warm 22.2°C—quite the contrast from today! The coldest on record? A teeth-chattering -11.1°C. So while we’re nowhere near record-breaking chill, it’s definitely on the “where’s my scarf?” end of the spectrum.
Weather Trivia Time!
Did you know? Toronto’s proximity to Lake Ontario means it’s prone to “lake-breeze convergence”—a sneaky weather feature that can suddenly bring snow flurries or rain showers to one part of the city while the other basks in sun. So if you’re seeing something different out your window—don’t worry, it’s not just you.
