Durham Region residents are urged to brace for inclement weather as Environment Canada has issued multiple weather advisories spanning from Tuesday to Thursday (April 2-4). Pickering, Oshawa, and southern Durham are placed under a special weather statement, while Uxbridge, Beaverton, and northern Durham receive a separate advisory. The warnings caution residents about an “early spring storm” anticipated to bring strong winds, rain, and the possibility of wet snow.
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Durham Region
A Colorado low is forecasted to impact the region starting Tuesday, initiating a period of rain, potentially heavy at times, extending through Wednesday. By Wednesday night, cooler air may usher in a transition to wet snow, expected to diminish by Thursday evening. Rainfall amounts of 25-50 millimeters are projected by Wednesday evening, with minimal snow accumulation anticipated at this time.
Easterly winds of up to 70 km/h are anticipated Tuesday night, easing by Wednesday. However, Environment Canada warns of potential power outages as a consequence.
For Uxbridge, Beaverton, and northern Durham, there’s a heightened risk of significant snow accumulation from Tuesday to Thursday, alongside strong easterly winds. Wind gusts may reach up to 70 km/h, with higher velocities possible along Lake Huron and Georgian Bay shores.
As the weather warnings loom, the region is already contending with significant Highway 401 closures this week, further impacting traffic flow.
The weather alerts come on the heels of The Weather Network’s spring forecast for Ontario, which anticipates dramatic temperature fluctuations and bouts of wintry conditions amidst the transition to warmer weather. While El Niño’s influence wanes, La Niña is poised to shape weather patterns heading into summer, resulting in a turbulent spring characterized by swings between winter-like weather and warmer temperatures.
Residents are advised to stay informed and exercise caution amid the anticipated adverse weather conditions and road closures affecting Durham Region.
