Montreal residents should brace themselves for a dramatic shift in weather as a mix of rain, strong winds, and possibly even a snowstorm are expected to sweep through the region in the coming days.
The forecast for Thursday kicks off with a blend of sunshine and clouds, but don’t be fooled by appearances – temperatures will feel as cold as minus -10°C due to the wind chill. Highs will struggle to reach plus 5°C, accompanied by light winds of 15 km/h. However, the day will take a turn for the worse as the evening approaches, with thickening cloud cover heralding the arrival of rain after midnight. Keep an eye out for fog patches and winds picking up to 50 km/h, while the temperature hovers around plus 5°C throughout the night.
As we head into Friday, the rain will persist into the morning before transitioning to a mix of rain showers and flurries in the afternoon. Prepare for strong winds intensifying up to 90 km/h, causing temperatures to drop significantly from a morning high of plus 8°C to minus -2°C in the afternoon. The night will be blustery, with flurries and a low of minus-9°C, marking the start of a potential snowstorm.
Saturday offers a brief respite with sunny skies, yet temperatures will struggle to climb above minus-4°C. Snow is expected to make a comeback in the evening, with a low of minus -4°C, hinting at more wintry conditions ahead.
Sunday brings a 70 per cent chance of showers to the city, coupled with persistently strong winds. Anticipate overcast skies and a meager high of just plus 2°C. Temperatures will plunge overnight to minus -10°C, ushering in even colder, more erratic weather patterns.
On Monday, the wintry theme persists with a high of minus -8°C and a mix of sun and clouds. Nighttime temperatures will plummet further to minus -15°C. With a snowstorm looming on the horizon, Montreal residents should be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions, including heavy rain, snowfall, and gusty winds.
