Ottawa residents should prepare for another chilly day on Saturday, with overnight wind chills dropping to -31°C and posing a frostbite risk.
Saturday’s Forecast
Expect mainly cloudy skies throughout the day, accompanied by a 40 percent chance of flurries around noon. Temperatures will reach a high of -12°C during the day, with wind chills lingering near -20°C. As night falls, lows will dip to -23°C, intensifying the wind chill to -31°C, according to Environment Canada’s latest advisory.
Weekend Outlook
Sunday brings a welcome change with sunny conditions and a high of -11°C. The warming trend continues into Monday, featuring clear skies and a milder high of -4°C.
Officials urge caution during the overnight hours to avoid exposure to extreme cold, which could lead to frostbite in as little as 10 to 30 minutes.
