What Happened
Environnement Canada has forecasted unseasonably warm temperatures for southern Quebec this Saturday, with mercury levels potentially rising up to 7 °C in certain areas. The highest temperatures are expected between Montreal and Quebec City, as reported by meteorologist Giselle Dookhie.
Why It Matters
This brief warm spell is significant as it deviates from the seasonal norm of -1 °C for February 28 in Montreal. Dookhie explained that a depression moving from James Bay towards Ungava Bay is influencing this weather pattern. However, this warm period is expected to be short-lived, followed by a return to colder temperatures.
What’s Next
Following the warm Saturday, temperatures are projected to drop significantly, with maximums of -7 °C, -9 °C, and -14 °C expected in Montreal, Quebec City, and Saguenay, respectively, on Sunday. Residents should prepare for a rapid decline in temperatures after this brief warm spell.
