Toronto Faces -24 Wind Chill Friday Amid Ongoing Cold Snap: Live Updates
Toronto is experiencing an intense cold snap this January, with temperatures expected to plummet throughout the day. The daytime high will struggle to reach -12°C, which is significantly below the seasonal average.
Friday’s Frigid Forecast
The weather today poses several challenges for residents:
- High of -12°C, dropping to -15°C in the afternoon
- Wind chill making it feel like -24°C
- Overnight low expected to reach -22°C, feeling closer to -30°C
Weather Impacts
Residents are advised to dress warmly and seek shelter in warming centres available throughout the city. Toronto hasn’t faced such severe January temperatures since 2018, making this cold spell particularly noteworthy.
According to Bill Coulter, a meteorologist with CP24, the icy conditions will persist. While some regions of southern Ontario may experience sporadic lake effect snow, the main concern in Toronto remains the extreme cold.
Environment Canada has projected the potential for flurries starting around noon, but they will do little to mitigate the cold. A typical winter day in Toronto has been overshadowed by harsh weather patterns.
As the city braces for continued low temperatures, residents are urged to stay informed and safe during this ongoing cold snap.
