Weekend Thunderstorms Expected in Ontario and Quebec
Plenty of warm air and humidity will fuel a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms over many parts of Ontario and Quebec this weekend. After the powerful storms that swept through the region last Thursday, multiple rounds of rough conditions are likely through Sunday. The warm, muggy airmass will provide plenty of instability, potentially pushing some of the storms beyond severe limits. It is important to pay close attention to warnings in your area and be prepared to seek shelter immediately if hazardous weather threatens.
Stormy Conditions Overnight Saturday into Sunday
The centre of low pressure that moved over southern Ontario on Saturday will move towards eastern Ontario and southern Quebec overnight Saturday into Sunday morning. Widespread thunderstorms are likely to form as the low plows into the unstable air, potentially reaching severe limits with strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall. This could worsen any lingering damage from Thursday’s storms and further weaken trees and power lines. The risk for severe weather at night is particularly dangerous as it is easy to sleep through any warnings. It is important to have a way to receive severe weather warnings while asleep and keep a flashlight by your bedside in case of a power outage.
Renewed Thunderstorm Risk on Sunday
On Sunday, there will be a renewed risk for thunderstorms in Ontario and Quebec as warm, soupy air remains in place. Scattered thunderstorms are likely to develop in the afternoon and evening hours, with some potentially turning severe. The main threats include strong wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rain. There is also a risk for rotation in southern Quebec, although the exact locations of the strongest storms are uncertain. It is recommended to stay close to a safe shelter and monitor The Weather Network’s app for radar updates and watches/warnings. Remember, the greatest danger in any thunderstorm is lightning, so if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
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