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Toronto Braces for Wet Long Weekend, Hot Humid Air Mass Expected

Strategic Insights

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A special weather statement has been issued for Toronto, warning of heavy rain and slow-moving thunderstorms expected to bring torrential downpours and locally heavy rainfall. The city can expect a wet and cloudy start to the long weekend, with temperatures reaching up to 28 C and a humidex of 36. The weather agency has advised people to "drink plenty of water regularly to decrease the risk of dehydration."

Key Takeaways:

  • Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Toronto, warning of heavy rain and slow-moving thunderstorms expected to bring torrential downpours and locally heavy rainfall.
  • Rainfall amounts between 30 to 60 mm are expected, with higher amounts possible locally.
  • Temperatures will reach up to 28 C with a humidex of 36 and a UV index of 6 or high.
  • The cloudy skies will persist with a 40% chance of showers and continued risk of thunderstorms in the early evening.
  • Sunday is expected to bring sunshine, with an expected high of 26 C and low of 16 C.
  • Environment Canada predicts a humid air mass will persist through Sunday, with humidex values in the high thirties.
  • Authorities advise people to drink plenty of water regularly to decrease the risk of dehydration.

Statistics:

  • Rainfall amounts between 30 to 60 mm are expected.
  • Temperatures will reach up to 28 C on Friday.
  • Humidex values will reach 36 on Friday.
  • UV index will be 6 or high on Friday.
  • Sunday's high temperature is expected to be 26 C.
  • Sunday's low temperature is expected to be 16 C.
  • The risk of dehydration is increased due to the humid air mass.
  • Environment Canada's advice is to drink plenty of water regularly to decrease the risk of dehydration.

Sources:

  • Environment Canada: Special weather statement for Toronto.
  • A hot and humid air mass moved over the GTA earlier in the week.

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