Residents in Orangeville can expect an unseasonably cool start to May as temperatures remain well below the typical seasonal averages this weekend.
According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, there are no active weather alerts for the area, though daytime highs and overnight lows are trailing behind the usual mid-spring climate. While historical data suggests a normal high of 16°C for this time of year, Orangeville will see temperatures struggle to climb, with a high of 7°C expected Saturday and 12°C on Sunday.
Overnight conditions will be particularly cold, with temperatures forecast to drop to -2°C tonight, accompanied by a wind chill near -6°C. This cold snap is part of a broader pattern of cooler-than-normal temperatures predicted for southern Ontario this month by the Old Farmer’s Almanac.
Local gardeners and farmers are advised to remain cautious, as the average last spring frost date for Orangeville is not until May 28. With frost still a significant risk for the remainder of the month, residents should continue to monitor their plants during these cold overnight stretches.
The variable spring weather is expected to continue throughout the month. Forecasts indicate a possible warmer period between May 10 and May 16, followed by a return to cooler, showery conditions during the Victoria Day long weekend.
