Toronto is bracing for colder temperatures and snowfall starting on Wednesday, marking the transition to winter as the region looks toward the official start of the season. Light snow is expected to move through the area, causing some roads to turn slick.
According to CTV News Meteorologist Julie Atchison, flurries will begin around 11 AM through the afternoon as part of a low-pressure system drifting south. "Light snowfall will start and then the chance for flurries as we head toward noon," she said, providing insights on the weather dynamics at play. Following this system, Atchison noted, colder air will push through the region, bringing the risk of snow squalls, particularly affecting southern Bruce County overnight and continuing until Thursday morning.
Environment Canada has also weighed in, advising residents to prepare for chilly conditions. Snow is expected to start late Wednesday morning, with up to two centimeters of accumulation forecasted. "A weak system will bring the risk for midday flurries or light accumulating snow," CP24 Meteorologist Bill Coulter reported. He indicated the temperatures will see highs of 3°C on Wednesday, dropping to -3°C overnight, with wind chills making it feel as cold as -8°C.
Thursday brings mixed conditions with both sun and clouds, alongside occasional flurries, as temperatures continue to dip. "Much colder air will invade for the weekend," Coulter added, warning residents of the colder weather to come. The forecast predicts highs of -1°C with wind chills as low as -8°C.
Looking forward to Friday, Toronto will experience another weather shift, as another Alberta clipper is set to bring wet snow during the morning and afternoon hours. Accumulations could mimic earlier predictions, keeping the snow totals around two centimeters. "It’ll be nice to see the sun return, but we’ll definitely be bundling up to stay warm on Saturday and Sunday," said Coulter, urging residents to take extra precautions as wind chills will be harsh.
By the weekend, Saturday is expected to see highs of only -8°C, which could strain those unprepared for the abrupt temperature drop. Temperatures are forecasted to be higher on Sunday at -6°C, yet flurries remain likely as winter weather finally arrives.
With the holiday season fast approaching, Coulter hinted at potential snowfall leading up to Christmas: “I’m not ruling out a white Christmas. Temperatures rebound for Christmas Eve. We may get some light accumulating snow as we prepare for the festivities!”
Overall, residents of Toronto should brace for changing conditions this week, as mild days make way for the wintry weather expected through the coming hours and days. With warnings about slick roads, it's advised to drive carefully as the region transitions to snow-filled forecasts and freezing temperatures leading toward Christmas.
