Ontario faces extreme cold warnings as snow squalls and a clipper system bring more snow to the region this week
Ontario: This week, an Arctic chill has taken over, and it’s no joke. Extreme cold warnings are everywhere, with wind chills hitting the -30s and even -40s. Brr!
Snow squalls are also making a comeback, especially in the usual snow belt areas. Some places could see up to 50 cm of snow by Wednesday, leading to road and school closures.
On Wednesday night into Thursday, a weak clipper system will sweep through, bringing a few centimeters of snow to the Greater Toronto Area. Some spots might get 5-10+ cm, especially near the lakes.
Good news is, the frigid temps will start to ease up by Wednesday, but it’ll still feel pretty cold. By the weekend, we should finally get a break from this deep freeze.
So, Wednesday will still be chilly, but Thursday and the weekend look a bit more comfortable. A weak system will bring 5-15 cm of snow to the lake shores, so keep that in mind.
Light flurries are expected across the south, with some areas possibly getting up to 5 cm. This could make for a slippery commute, so drivers should plan ahead.
Looking ahead to the weekend, we might see some snow flurries on Saturday, but overall, it should be cooler and calmer. With milder temps, it’s a great chance to enjoy outdoor activities and fresh snow in ski country.
As we move into February, there’s a chance for milder air to push up from the U.S. This could bring a more pleasant pattern, but it’s too soon to tell if we’ll see early spring vibes or just messy winter storms.
Where that battleground between warm and cold air sets up will be key for how February plays out along the 401 corridor.
