Weather

From wacky weather phenomena to record-breaking temperatures, check out these fascinating facts about Canada’s weather.

It’s Official—This is the Rainiest Place in Canada

Got your umbrella handy? This remote Canadian destination holds the North American record for precipitation—seven metres of rain per year!

This Was the Worst Tornado in Canada’s History

The terrifying "Black Friday Tornado" swept through Edmonton on July 31, 1987, leaving 27 dead and 600 injured.


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13 Breathtaking Facts About Extreme Weather

Whether you're an experienced storm chaser or a nimbus novice, these awe-inspiring weather facts are sure to electrify you.


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This Is What Happens When You Get Struck by Lightning

There’s a nine in 10 chance you’ll survive. But what are the lasting effects of being exposed to hundreds of...


The Year Canada Didn’t Have a Summer

The fascinating story of how a natural disaster on the other side of the world made the summer of 1816...

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Never Do This During a Thunderstorm

The obvious thing to do during a thunderstorm is to get inside. Once you're inside, remember these tips to stay...


Why This City is Called the Hailstorm Capital of Canada

In a 30-year span, it's been hit by two of the most devastating hailstorms in our country’s history.

This is the Warmest Place in Canada

Two Canadian cities can lay claim to this title—one has scorching summer highs hotter than Buenos Aires, while another destination...


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Extreme Heat is on the Way—Here’s How to Stay Safe

When the mercury rises, take these measures to keep as cool as possible.


You’re Not Imagining It—Weather Really Does Affect Joint Pain

There’s some truth to the age-old belief that achy joints are a sign that bad weather is on the way....


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This Was the Coldest Day in Canadian History

On February 3, 1947, the temperature in the Yukon plunged to a bone-chilling (and record-breaking) -63°C.

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How Cold Weather Can Actually Be Good For You

Although winter will never be anyone's favourite season, it helps knowing there’s a silver lining to those frosty forecasts.


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The 10 Worst Snowstorms in Canadian History

Buried cars, power cuts, whiteouts, slippery roads and vicious winds—Canadian snowstorms can hit hard. Here are the 10 blizzards that...


In One Hour, the Temperature in This Alberta Town Rose 40 Degrees

The Chinook wind on January 10, 1962, set the stage for the most extreme temperature change in Canadian history.


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10 Driving Tips to Stay Safe in Wet Weather

No need to fear heavy rain and fog with these safe driving tips under your belt.


The Fascinating Science Behind the Smell of Rain

If you love the scent that always follows a rainfall, thank chemistry.

The Worst Natural Disasters in Canadian History

Storms, tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, and even a volcanic eruption—Mother Nature has wreaked some impressive destruction throughout Canadian history. We rounded...


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14 Things You Should Never Do at Home During Severe Weather

When severe weather strikes, don't make these dangerous mistakes.


After the Rain: Gorgeous Rainbow Photography From Across Canada

The best part of a thunderstorm? The chance of a spectacular rainbow after it passes! Check out this awe-inspiring gallery...


A Deadly Snowstorm

On December 13, 2010, hundreds of motorists were trapped by a blinding snowstorm, which shut down a 30-kilometre stretch of...


Here’s the Winter Forecast Across Canada, According to AccuWeather

Meteorologists provide a sneak peek at Canada’s winter forecast, from coast to coast.


30 Wild Weather Pictures From Across Canada

Mother Nature can often be beautiful, but she can also be windy, stormy and wet. From tornadoes to blizzards, check...


Why Meteorologists Get Forecasts Wrong—and Other Fascinating Facts About the Weather

The Old Farmer’s Almanac may not be as accurate as you think.


Here’s the Fall Forecast Across Canada, According to AccuWeather

Meteorologists give us a sneak peek at Canada’s fall forecast for 2021, from coast to coast.


6 Bizarre Things That Happen When It’s About to Storm

Even when you can't find a weather report, nature gives its own signs that a downpour is on its way.

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6 Weird Facts About Lightning Strikes

From strange lightning strike rashes to exploding trees, these facts about lightning will, well, shock you.


This Was One of the Hottest Days in Canadian History

Before the record-breaking heat experienced in B.C. this June, the highest temperatures in Canadian history dated back to July 5,...


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Here’s the Summer Forecast Across Canada, According to AccuWeather

Meteorologists provide a sneak peek at Canada's summer forecast, from coast to coast.


Here’s the Spring Forecast Across Canada, According to AccuWeather

Meteorologists give us a sneak peek at Canada’s spring 2021 forecast, from coast to coast.


Typhoon vs. Hurricane: What’s the Difference?

Which of these terms you use has more to do with where in the world you live than anything else.


13 Animals That Can (Supposedly) Predict the Weather

The humble groundhog isn't the only beast with prognostication skills.