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Weather report for Feb 28, 2025

Justin Barber

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This morning in Northeast Ontario, we have quite a chilly start, with temperatures recorded at -29.8°C in Timmins and a wind chill factor making it feel like -33°C. The air pressure is at 101.0 kPa and is falling, with visibility extending up to 24 km under mainly clear skies .

Friday Outlook:

  • Timmins and Surrounding Areas: Expect cloudiness to increase through the morning with a 60% chance of flurries in the afternoon. The temperature is anticipated to reach a high of -14°C, but wind chill will make it feel like -38°C in the morning and -22°C later. Already chilly winds will rise to 20 km/h from the east by the afternoon, coupled with a UV index of 1, indicating low sun exposure risk. Watch out for frostbite risks .
  • NEOn Around Lake Ontario: Snowfall will begin late in the afternoon, with accumulations ranging from 2 cm near Lake Ontario to 5 cm in other parts. The day will be overcast with a peak of 0°C, though wind chill will make it feel like -14°C in the morning. Winds from the northwest will shift to southeast gusting up to 40 km/h by afternoon .

Friday Night:

  • Timmins will face mostly cloudy skies with continued chances of flurries. The temperature will drop to -26°C with wind gusts reaching 40 km/h overnight, further dropping wind chill to -34°C. There remains a 60% chance of flurries .

Weekend Preview:

  • Saturday: Expect a mix of sun and clouds across the region, with highs around -18°C in more northern areas and -6°C nearer to Lake Ontario. Wind speeds will be moderate, but remain prepared for localized flurries .
  • Sunday will be brighter with plenty of sun and temperatures peaking between -7°C and -10°C depending on your location. The nights will clear up with colder lows penetrating further down to -24°C in rural areas away from Lake Ontario .

Residents should prepare for continued cold conditions throughout the day, accounting for wind chill, and be mindful of the potential frostbite risks. Those traveling should keep an eye on snow conditions, particularly around Lake Ontario, as conditions may affect visibility and road safety.

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