Feb. 2 weather: -17 C wind chills, snow and freezing rain to roll into Ontario on Groundhog Day [Video]

It looks like clouds will linger over Ontario, with some areas seeing sunny breaks before snow, gusty winds and freezing temperatures move in. Meanwhile, all eyes will be on a famous rodent as it delivers its annual forecast—will spring arrive early, or is winter here to stay for six more weeks?

For those hoping to catch Sunday’s 7:31 a.m. sunrise, will likely be left disappointed, as it will be hidden behind overcast skies.

Residents in Mississauga, Brampton, and Durham can expect mainly cloudy conditions. At the same time, Hamilton and Halton will see a mix of clouds and periods of sunshine during the morning before turning cloudy for the rest of the day.

Morning temperatures will feel bitterly cold, with wind chills ranging from minus -13 to minus -17 C.

Snow is anticipated to begin late afternoon across all cities with an accumulation between 2 cm and 4 cm.

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