Jaclyn Whittal

Ancaster, Vernon

Meteorologist and Weather Presenter at The Weather Network

Senior Meteorologist, Climate Change Journalist & Adventurer @weathernetwork, @RCGS_SGRC fellow, FI’ 23 @Explorersclub, partner to Ross, stepmom, glamma,dog/cat

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From summer to frost, Ontario gets a dramatic temperature twist Tuesday

2 weeks ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Jaclyn Whittal

There’s going to be a weather whiplash for many parts of Ontario Tuesday, as temperatures are forecast to go up and down within the day. It all starts with a warm front linked to a Colorado low that will bring southwest winds into the province. This will have a huge impact on temperatures, bringing a humid airmass into the Great Lakes. It’s going to feel like summer in April as temperatures will soar into the upper 20s, with humidex values into the 30s.
The strongest tropical cyclone of 2025 has arrived

4 weeks ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Jaclyn Whittal

A strong storm churning off the coast of Australia is becoming the strongest tropical cyclone of 2025 and the first Category 5 storm of the year. Cyclone Errol has intensified with its central pressure reaching 919 MB and sustained winds reaching 259 km/h. The last hurricane in the North Atlantic basin to reach such a deep pressure was Hurricane Milton, which hit 895 MB at its peak. The tropical cyclone season in this region of the Southern Hemisphere typically runs from late October through May.
Later sunsets are coming soon to these Canadian cities

Jan 14, 2025 | msn.com | Jaclyn Whittal

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Later sunsets are coming soon to these Canadian cities

Jan 13, 2025 | theweathernetwork.com | Jaclyn Whittal

Later sunsets are coming soon to these Canadian citiesJaclyn WhittalMeteorologistPublished on Jan. 14, 2025, 12:29 AMThe sun is getting slightly higher in the sky this time of year, so daylight hours will be getting longer for millions of CanadiansThis is when daylight is limited for many as the sun angle is low in the sky. It reaches its lowest point at the winter solstice when the suns rays are directly pointed toward the Tropic of Capricorn.
Canadian wildfire smoke hits European skies after travelling 4,000 km

Aug 21, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Nathan Howes |Jaclyn Whittal
Canadian wildfire smoke hits European skies after travelling 4,000 km

Aug 21, 2024 | ca.news.yahoo.com | Nathan Howes |Jaclyn Whittal

It took a week and more than 4,000 kilometres to do it, but wildfire smoke from Western and Northern Canada crossed the North Atlantic and reached the skies over parts of Europe this week. As a result, hazy sunsets have been seen across Europe including Ireland. CANADA'S WILDFIRES: Visit The Weather Network's wildfire hub to keep up with the latest on the active start to wildfire season across Canada.
El Niño is hanging strong-but a big change is on the way

Feb 15, 2024 | news.yahoo.com | Jaclyn Whittal |Dennis Mersereau

El Niño is hanging strong—but a big change is on the wayClick here to view the videoA strong El Niño raging in the eastern Pacific Ocean has had a profound effect on weather patterns the world over—and it may be on borrowed time. Forecasters see a dramatic change on the horizon.
El Niño is hanging strong-but a big change is on the way

Jan 26, 2024 | msn.com | Jaclyn Whittal |Dennis Mersereau

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El Niño is hanging strong—but a big change is on the way - The Weather Network

Jan 26, 2024 | theweathernetwork.com | Jaclyn Whittal |Dennis Mersereau

El Niño is hanging strong—but a big change is on the wayJaclyn Whittal and Dennis MersereauMeteorologist and Digital JournalistPublished on Jan. 26, 2024, 9:08 PMEl Niño is on its way out, and conditions may abruptly switch toward La Niña as we head through the summer monthsA strong El Niño raging in the eastern Pacific Ocean has had a profound effect on weather patterns the world over—and it may be on borrowed time. Forecasters see a dramatic change on the horizon.
Ready for a warm-up, Canada? You’ll love next week’s forecast

Jan 18, 2024 | msn.com | Jaclyn Whittal |Dennis Mersereau

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