Environment Canada has issued a weather forecast for Burlington, Ontario, warning of icy conditions starting the afternoon of March 3, 2026. There is a 40 percent chance of light snow or rain today, with a specific risk of freezing rain expected to last into the early evening.
Temperatures will reach a high of 2°C today before dropping to a low of -4°C overnight, which could create a wind chill of -6°C. This quick drop in temperature is expected to turn wet roads and sidewalks into ice, making the evening and morning commutes slippery for drivers and walkers.
The City of Burlington manages about 1,900 km of roads and 850 km of sidewalks, but plows are typically only sent out to main roads once 5 cm of snow has piled up. Since this event involves freezing rain rather than heavy snow, city crews will focus on spreading salt and sand to keep surfaces safe.
Safety officials from Conservation Halton are also asking residents to stay away from the Lake Ontario shoreline. The changing temperatures can make the ice along the water unstable and very slippery.
While Burlington Transit buses will continue to run, passengers should expect some delays. Residents are encouraged to leave extra time for travel and to be careful in spots that freeze quickly, like bridges and overpasses.
