Ctv: Gusty Winds Expected To Persist Through Tuesday Morning In Golden Horseshoe
ctv bulletin — A special weather statement is in place for Toronto and the rest of the Golden Horseshoe as gusty winds are expected to persist through Tuesday morning, with the strongest gusts tied to the passage of a cold front and shifting wind directions.
Ctv Alert: Timing And Expected Gusts
The national weather agency has warned that easterly winds will become southerly, producing gusts of up to 70 km/h late Sunday afternoon or evening. The advisory says the onset of the strongest gusts is expected with the passage of a cold front Monday morning.
On Monday, winds are forecast to shift from southwesterly to westerly and gusts of 70 to 90 km/h are expected. The statement cautions that high winds may toss loose objects or cause tree branches to break, and local utility outages are possible. Winds are expected to ease on Tuesday morning.
Temperature Swings And Short-Term Forecast
Environment Canada noted the wind-direction change will bring a brief warm-up. Monday could see a daytime high of 12 C with showers in the morning and afternoon, but temperatures are expected to drop by noon as the wind shifts.
Environment Canada climatologist Dave Phillips described the pattern as “this up-and-down kind of crazy weather, ” calling it “whiplash” where conditions can differ over short distances. He said highs on Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to remain below freezing, followed by a rise to roughly 4 C on Thursday — described as “maple syrup weather” where melting occurs during the day and freezing at night.
Phillips added that the spring season officially begins later in the week but winter-like temperatures are likely to linger. He warned the last two weeks will be “too cool” and said there is also a possibility of snow in late March and early April, noting “we’re not going to see a rush to spring. It’s going to be a little slow coming. “
Risks, Precautions And What To Expect Next
The advisory underscores immediate risks from high winds: unsecured outdoor items and weakened tree branches could be displaced, and brief local utility interruptions are possible. Residents and businesses are advised to secure loose objects and be prepared for gusty conditions through Tuesday morning.
Local coverage, including ctv outlets, will carry updates as conditions evolve. The special weather statement remains the primary notice of these expected conditions until winds ease in the Tuesday morning period.
