"Temperatures are expected to stay above the seasonal norm until about March 13. Then, southerly and westerly winds should shift, with Arctic air from the north poised to take a victory lap through southern Ontario through March break. For people who are not fans of winter, it looks like there's still winter to get through before we get onto the other side."
"Colder air in the middle of March will bring temperatures back to their seasonal norms (usually a high of 3 C), if not colder. Models for the second half of the month indicate possible storm systems that could include freezing rain and snow."
"Long-range models suggest April will be warmer than usual. Temperatures are forecast to be in the double digits through the weekend and part of next week. So it should at least look less like winter by next week."
Toronto is experiencing spring-like conditions with mild temperatures and extended daylight, offering relief from a harsh winter. Outdoor rinks are melting and street parking spots are becoming visible again. However, Environment Canada meteorologist Geoff Coulson warns that mild conditions will persist only until March 13, when Arctic air from the north will bring extreme cold back to southern Ontario through March break. Temperatures will return to seasonal norms around 3°C or colder, with possible storm systems bringing freezing rain and snow in the second half of March. Despite this mid-March cold blast, long-range forecasts indicate April will be warmer than usual, suggesting winter's grip will eventually release.
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