Weather report for Feb 12, 2025

Good morning, Clarington!

Here’s what you can expect for your Wednesday, February 12, 2025, and a look ahead into the weekend.

Today's Weather:

• Morning and Afternoon: Mainly cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries late in the afternoon. Expect east winds at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h. The temperature will reach a high of minus 5°C, accompanied by wind chills of minus 17°C in the morning and minus 12°C in the afternoon. The UV index is low at 2.
• Evening and Overnight: Snow will become heavy, mixing with ice pellets after midnight. Expect 10 to 20 cm of snow and ice pellets. The wind will be from the east at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, but it will become light before morning as temperatures rise to plus 1°C by morning. Evening wind chills will be around minus 13°C.

Looking Ahead:

• Thursday: Snow will taper off near noon, followed by a cloudy sky with a 40% chance of flurries. Expect temperatures to fall to minus 4°C in the afternoon along with windy conditions. There might be some rain near Lake Ontario in the morning.
• Friday: A mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of flurries and a high of minus 3°C.

Weekend Preview:

• Saturday: Expect periods of snow with a high around zero degrees.
• Saturday Night: Cloudy with a 60% chance of snow and temperatures dropping to a low of minus 6°C.
• Sunday: A 60% chance of snow with highs reaching minus 4°C. Sunday night will see a continued 60% chance of snow with lows plummeting to minus 14°C.

Recommendations:

• Prepare for significant snow Wednesday night. If driving, ensure your vehicle is ready for winter conditions and allow extra time for commutes.
• Keep warm with layers, especially with the chilly wind chills during the day.

Stay cozy, Clarington, and have a great day!