Up to 10 cm of Snow Expected in Toronto on Sunday
Environment Canada forecasts snowfall between 5 to 10 cm starting Sunday morning and continuing throughout the day in the Greater Toronto Area.
Weather Alert and Uncertainty
A special weather statement highlights that there is uncertainty about the weather system’s path, which may affect snowfall amounts. Areas from Stratford to Orillia and northwest may see lower snowfall as the heavier amounts could remain southeast.
Coverage Area and Warnings
The forecast covers a region from London to Ottawa. Parts of eastern Ontario are under a snowfall warning, with some locations possibly receiving over 20 cm.
“There remains uncertainty with respect to the track of this weather system, and as such forecast snowfall amounts may change.”
“This is system snow, it’s going to be widespread, so this is indeed our first widespread snow event of the season,” said CityNews Meteorologist Chris Potter.
Weather Progression
- Showers will begin overnight, transitioning to snow Sunday morning.
- After a short pause, snowfall will resume in the afternoon and continue into the evening.
- Snowfall accumulation may vary, with downtown Toronto potentially getting about 2 cm and northern areas receiving the full 5 to 10 cm.
“Keep in mind what falls might not equate to what stays on the ground,” said Potter.
Author's summary: The Greater Toronto Area faces its first major snow event of the season, with Environment Canada predicting 5 to 10 cm of snow Sunday amid some uncertainty in exact accumulations.