Brantford's weather forecast for March 20: Chilly winds
A weather advisory is in effect for the evening, cautioning against potential snow squalls and lake effect snow.
Residents of Brantford should prepare for a day of mainly cloudy skies and brisk winds, as today's weather forecast suggests fluctuating temperatures and occasional flurries. Temperatures will vary between -1°C and -6°C throughout the day.
The wind, originating from the northwest, will be a significant factor, blowing consistently at speeds of 25-35 km/h. Wind gusts could reach as high as 56 km/h, adding a chill to the air. The weather advisory notes a potential for snow accumulation, although expected to be less than 1 cm.
Cloud cover will remain dense, ranging from 70% to 90%, contributing to the day's overall grey ambiance. The relative humidity will hover around 48-58%, with the dew point expected to fall between -10°C and -13°C.
As the day progresses, the likelihood of flurries increases slightly. The afternoon carries a 40% chance of light snow, which will continue into the evening. Overnight, the skies are predicted to clear up partially, yet there remains a 30% chance of flurries.
For the evening, temperatures are expected to hit -5°C, feeling more like -12 due to strong northwest winds blowing at 27 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 50 km/h. Flurries are likely, carrying a 40% chance of precipitation and snow accumulation under 1 cm, beneath partly cloudy skies with 60% cloud cover.
As the night progresses, the temperature will dip slightly to -6°C, feeling like -14. The northwest wind will continue, though slightly weaker, at 25 km/h and gusts of up to 41 km/h. There's a consistent 40% chance of scattered flurries, potentially resulting in around 1 cm of snow. Cloud cover will increase to 80%.
A weather advisory remains in effect for the evening and into Thursday morning. It warns of a brief frontal snow squall this evening, followed by lake effect snow overnight. Heavy snowfall is possible, with total accumulations ranging from 5 to 10 cm and peak snowfall rates of 2 to 4 cm per hour. The advisory also highlights the risk of significantly reduced visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow, advising the public to be prepared for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions.
This article was generated with the use of Open AI and The Weather Network's forecast data. The article was reviewed by our editorial team for accuracy and clarity.