A Brisk Morning with a Gradual Warm-Up on the Horizon

Toronto starts off chilly at -3°C with mostly cloudy skies. Warmer days ahead, but rain arrives this weekend

Toronto is waking up to a brisk morning with mostly cloudy skies and a temperature of -3.3°C. With an east-northeast wind blowing at 8 km/h, the wind chill makes it feel like a frosty -7°C. The humidity sits at 51%, and the barometric pressure, currently at 101.8 kPa, is on a downward trend.

Visibility is excellent at 24 km, but there’s a heads-up for the weekend—significant rainfall and strong winds could be on the way, so keep an eye on those weather updates!

Today’s Forecast: A Mix of Sun and Cloud with a Chilly Start

The morning starts on a cold note, but as the day progresses, expect a mix of sun and cloud. Winds will pick up from the east at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40 km/h. The high today is expected to reach +1°C, but with the wind chill making it feel like -9°C in the morning, bundling up is a must.

The UV index is 6, which is considered high, so even though it’s chilly, don’t forget the sunscreen!

Tonight: Clearing After Midnight

Cloudy skies will dominate the evening, but they’ll clear after midnight. The wind remains steady from the east at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, and temperatures will dip to -2°C.

The Rest of the Week: Gradual Warm-Up with Rain on the Horizon

Thursday brings plenty of sunshine with light winds up to 15 km/h. The temperature climbs to 8°C, though the morning wind chill of -4°C might still have you reaching for a jacket. The UV index drops slightly to 5, which is moderate. The night will see a few clouds, with temperatures staying above freezing at +3°C.

Friday looks even better, with a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 13°C, offering a much-needed taste of spring. The evening will have cloudy periods, with a mild low of 6°C.

Saturday takes a turn for the wetter side, with a 60% chance of showers and a high of 13°C. By nightfall, showers become more likely, with a low of 6°C. Sunday follows suit with another 60% chance of showers and a cooler high of 8°C. The night will turn chilly again, with clouds lingering and temperatures dropping to -5°C.

Wardrobe Advice: Winter in the Morning, Spring by Afternoon?

The shifting temperatures mean layers are your best friend! A warm coat, gloves, and a hat are essential for the chilly morning. As the day warms up, a lighter jacket should suffice. By Friday, you might even get away with just a sweater! But don’t pack away that rain gear just yet—showers are on the way this weekend.

Toronto Weather Trivia: A Historic March Chill!

On this day in history, Toronto experienced a record low of -19.4°C, proving that March can still have winter’s bite. The warmest recorded temperature for March 12th? A comfortable 17.2°C—something to look forward to in the coming weeks!