Residents in Brockville, Ontario, are facing a blast of winter weather on March 17, 2026, as strong winds and cold temperatures move through the region. Environment Canada is reporting wind gusts up to 70 km/h and temperatures that are much colder than usual for this time of year.
The winds are expected to blow from the southwest at 50 km/h throughout the morning. By noon, the wind is forecast to shift to the northwest at 30 km/h, though gusts could still reach 50 km/h.
The high for the day is only expected to reach -5°C, which is significantly lower than the normal high of 4°C for mid-March. Wind chill values will make the air feel like -19 in the morning and -13 in the afternoon.
This cold snap follows a snowfall of 10 to 15 cm that fell across the city during the previous night. The combination of fresh snow and high winds may create challenging conditions for anyone travelling around the community.
According to the forecast from Environment Canada, residents should be prepared for potential wind-related hazards and continued cold. These wintry conditions are expected to persist throughout the day as the weather system moves through the area.
