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| It is hard to believe, but some of my perennials are starting to pop out of the partially frozen ground. Our recent rain and record-warm temperatures have resulted in many anomalies across the region. Only patches of snow remain on the ground, left behind by snow clearing contractors. (Valley Weather Photo) |
What an end to winter in the Montreal region so far. While other parts of Canada and North America are still experiencing snow and cold, we are enjoying spring-like warmth. Only patches of snow remain, and there is even a hint of growth in the perennials. After a cool, showery Saturday, most of Sunday was spectacular, with light winds, warm sunshine and high of 9.3C (49F)
After a misty, foggy morning, we are looking at a very warm Monday and Tuesday, with record-breaking temperatures forecast once again. The high both days is expected to be close to 13C (55F). The record high for Monday is 11.1C (52F), set back in 1974. Tuesdays' record is 13.3C (55F), set in 1964.
Montreal is coming off our second warmest winter according to data dating back to 1871. Only the winter of 2001/2002 was warmer, and even that winter had more snow than this year, with 173.5cm measured at Trudeau Airport. This winter we have had only 121cm to date.
Accompanying the warm weather this week will be some mist and fog to start the day Monday, followed by partial sunshine this afternoon and Tuesday. Low pressure arriving midweek will bring slightly cooler weather along with some rain. By Thursday, enough cold air may filter into parts of southern Quebec to generate some wet snow. At this time no significant accumulations are expected at lower eleavtions.
Another stronger system arrives by next weekend, with more rain expected. Looking ahead, we are seeing an opportunity for some snowfall during the third and fourth weeks of the month. There are still many details to work out, and temperatures may be just marginally cold enough for snow so a mix or even rain is always an option here in Montreal. Stay tuned.
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