2 weeks Ago By The Weather Network
Temperatures may be on the rise in Ontario on Friday, but so are the chances of overnight thunderstorms across parts of the province. We're looking at the possibility of parts of Ontario being warmer than Los Angeles on Friday, which will give the Easter long weekend a deceptively pleasant start for some. But with the quickly rising temperatures comes the increasing risk of thunderstorms as the warm, moist airmass increases instability in the atmosphere.
DON'T MISS: Get to know the hidden gems across Canada Temperatures in the southwest will rise to summer-like levels, with Windsor forecast to see a high of 25°C. Further north in Toronto, we're looking at a more comfortable late spring-like high of 15°C. Despite the pleasant warmth, it won't be all sunshine and clear skies for everyone on Friday, as a round of precipitation is forecast to bring showers to parts of southern Ontario and more persistent rain across cottage country and eastern Ontario, including Ottawa.
Overnight thunderstorm risk builds Friday A cold front passing over the province later Friday will likely be the trigger for overnight thunderstorms—a risk that stretches all the way from Texas to Ontario. Parts of northeastern, eastern, and southern Ontario could wake up to heavy rains and rumbles of thunder Friday night and into early Saturday morning. SEE ALSO: Sunshine, showers, and storms: Ontario's Easter weekend will take some planning The main hazards with any storms that develop will be heavy rainfall and small hail.
The rainy conditions are expected to improve by Saturday afternoon, although stubbornly cloudy skies may continue to cast a layer of gloom over the rest of the day. The sun could make a brief appearance on Sunday, but cooler temperatures, bitter winds, and possible scattered showers won't help improve the weekend's rainy theme. Stay with The Weather Network for more information and updates on your weather across Ontario.
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