Residents in St. Thomas should prepare for a chilly start to the week as late-season flurries are expected to move through the area, followed by a significant warming trend by the weekend.
Environment Canada is forecasting a high chance of flurries on Monday and a lighter chance on Tuesday. Temperatures are expected to drop overnight to -5°C during both nights. While these conditions may feel like a setback for spring, they are statistically normal for the region, which typically sees nearly 9.4 centimetres of snowfall throughout the month of April.
Following the cold snap, local weather is expected to rebound quickly. Forecasts indicate temperatures will climb steadily, reaching highs of 16°C by Thursday and Saturday. Despite the upcoming mild weather, the risk of frost remains a concern for local gardeners. According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, the last spring frost date for this area is May 15, meaning residents should hold off on planting sensitive vegetation until the threat of overnight frost has passed.
The Weather Network had previously noted that this spring would likely experience a sluggish start, with cooler temperatures and potential snow continuing through April. Currently, there are no weather alerts in effect for St. Thomas, and conditions are expected to remain stable as the transition to warmer weather continues later in the week.
