Winter Weather Advisory in Effect for Toronto

Toronto’s winter weather advisory warns of a sharp temperature drop, icy roads, and strong wind gusts up to 70 km/h. Stay warm and drive cautiously!

Toronto residents, get ready for a dramatic weather shift today! A Winter Weather Travel Advisory is in effect, with temperatures set to plummet below freezing, creating icy road conditions. On top of that, expect strong wind gusts up to 70 km/h, and even stronger gusts near Niagara, reaching 80 km/h.

Current Conditions in Toronto

As of 7:00 AM EST, the temperature at Toronto Pearson International Airport is hovering at 0.2°C, with mostly cloudy skies. Winds are coming in strong from the west-southwest at 45 km/h, gusting to 56 km/h. Humidity is at 81%, and the barometric pressure is 99.2 kPa and rising. Visibility remains clear at 24 km, but conditions are expected to change quickly.

Today’s Forecast: Beware of Icy Conditions and Gusty Winds

Expect flurries and rain showers early this morning, transitioning to light snowfall with up to 2 cm of accumulation. Winds will shift to the northwest at 30 km/h, gusting to 60 km/h, making it feel much colder. The temperature will drop to -2°C by this afternoon, with a wind chill of -9. If you’re stepping out, bundle up and watch for slippery sidewalks and roads.

Tonight: Cold and Breezy with a Chance of Flurries

Tonight, expect mainly cloudy skies, with a 40% chance of flurries overnight. Winds from the northwest at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, will keep things brisk, and temperatures will fall to -3°C, with a wind chill near -9. A warm coat, gloves, and sturdy footwear are a must!

Looking Ahead: A Chilly but Calmer Weekend

• Friday, March 7: A mix of sun and cloud, with a 40% chance of morning flurries. Winds west at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h. High of 2°C, but the morning wind chill will make it feel like -7°C.

  • Friday Night: Cloudy periods, 30% chance of flurries, low of -7°C.

• Saturday, March 8: Another partly cloudy day with a 40% chance of flurries. High around 0°C.

  • Saturday Night: Clear skies, low of -7°C—a perfect night for stargazing if you can handle the chill!

• Sunday, March 9: A mix of sun and cloud, with a slightly milder high of 3°C.

  • Sunday Night: Cloudy periods, low near 0°C.

Historic Weather for March 6

On this day in Toronto’s weather history, the warmest March 6th on record saw temperatures soar to 16.6°C, while the coldest plunged to -21.7°C. Today, we’re definitely leaning toward the chillier side of history!

What to Wear?

• Morning & Afternoon: Waterproof boots, a heavy coat, and gloves—expect icy sidewalks and chilly wind chills.
• Evening: Layer up! The wind will make it feel much colder than the thermometer suggests.

Weather Trivia: Toronto’s Wild Winds

Did you know? Toronto’s windiest recorded day saw gusts reach 126 km/h in 1954 during Hurricane Hazel! While today’s gusts won’t come close, they’re strong enough to knock over garbage bins and make walking an adventure!

Stay safe, drive carefully, and watch out for those icy patches!