A Meteorological Mix for the Capital
Residents of Ottawa should brace for a weather sampler platter over the coming days, as the forecast promises a little bit of everything. The journey begins with a freezing rain warning issued by Environment Canada for Friday morning, setting the stage for a dynamic 72-hour period.
Friday's Icy Start and Mild Finish
The agency has pinpointed the regions of Ottawa North, Kanata, and Orleans for particularly slippery conditions. A mix of rain, drizzle, ice pellets, and at times snow is expected, potentially leaving a light coating of ice on various surfaces throughout the morning.
Roads and sidewalks could become hazardous, with the forecast warning of difficult-to-see icy patches. Pedestrians and drivers are urged to exercise caution. However, a significant warm-up is on the horizon. Temperatures are projected to climb above freezing as the day progresses, potentially reaching a spring-like high of 6°C.
Friday night will see partly cloudy skies with a 40 percent chance of showers early in the evening. Fog patches are likely to develop overnight, with light winds up to 15 km/h and a low of -4°C.
Chilly Saturday and Unsettled Sunday
Saturday presents a crisp and foggy start, with the mist expected to burn off through the morning. A northwest wind around 20 km/h will make it feel much colder, with a daytime wind chill making it feel like -8°C. The night will be clear and cold, with temperatures plummeting to a low of -7°C.
The variability continues into Sunday, where forecasters are predicting a 30 percent chance of showers or flurries. Despite the cloud cover, the high should be a milder 4°C. Sunday night will remain cloudy with a low of -2°C.
A Sunny Reprieve to Start the Week
For those craving consistency, Monday offers a welcome change. The forecast currently calls for sunny skies and a pleasant high of 4°C, providing a calm conclusion to this meteorologically diverse stretch in the nation's capital.
