A frigid outbreak in Ontario is set to bring significant snow squalls, with some areas expecting over 30 cm of snow through Wednesday
Ontario: It’s about to get really snowy and cold! Bitter temperatures are causing snow squalls to form over the still-unfrozen lakes. Snow squall watches and warnings are already in effect for several areas.
Some parts of southern Ontario could see more than 30 cm of snow from this lake-effect event by Wednesday. So, if you’re heading out, be careful! Visibility might be poor, and roads could be slippery.
With the extreme cold settling in, it’s best to bundle up if you plan to be outside. The cold can be harsh, so layer up and limit your time outdoors.
This Arctic air mass is sticking around until Wednesday, with the coldest days expected on Monday and Tuesday. Northern Ontario is under extreme cold warnings, with wind chills dropping to a dangerous -50°C.
Frostbite can happen quickly in these conditions, so keep an eye out for symptoms like numbness or color changes in your fingers and toes. Dress warmly and in layers that you can adjust if you get too warm.
The Great Lakes are still mostly unfrozen, which is fueling this new round of lake-effect snow. With temperatures at Lake Huron around 4°C and Lake Ontario at 1°C, frigid winds are kicking up snow squalls.
From Monday to Wednesday, areas near Lake Huron and Georgian Bay will see heavy snow, with warnings indicating up to 30 cm of accumulation. The Bruce Peninsula and parts of Highway 400 north of Barrie could see even more—30-50+ cm!
By Monday evening, snow squalls will also affect Fort Erie and Prince Edward County, bringing 10-30 cm of snow. The Greater Toronto Area might just get some scattered flurries, but it’s still best to be cautious.
Winds gusting at 40-50 km/h will make travel tricky, so keep that in mind if you’re out and about. Colder-than-normal temperatures are expected to stick around into late January, but there’s a chance for milder air to move in by early February.
