Toronto is currently navigating a relentless winter season that has already secured its place in the history books. As of 25 February 2026, the city is reeling from a record-shattering January and a volatile February marked by rapid temperature swings and consistent snowfall accumulations.
Historic January Records Shattered
The winter of 2026 will be remembered for the “Great January Storm.” According to meteorological data, Toronto Pearson International Airport recorded 88.2 cm of snow in January alone, making it the snowiest January and the snowiest single month since record-keeping began nearly 90 years ago. On the peak day of the storm, downtown Toronto was buried under 61 cm of snow, while the City Centre recorded 56 cm, paralyzing transit and impacting real estate sales, which saw a 16.2% dip as the region dug out.
Current Conditions: February 2026
The final week of February continues the wintry trend. Following a “special weather statement” from Environment Canada, an Alberta Clipper moved through the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) last night, 24 February, delivering an additional 5 to 10 cm of fresh snow. Today, 25 February, residents are waking up to light snow showers and chilly winds, with minor accumulations of approximately 0.5 cm expected throughout the day.
| Year (Jan 1 Start) | Total Annual Snowfall (cm) |
|---|---|
| 2026 (To Date) | 112.4 cm |
| 2025 | 175.6 cm |
| 2024 | 76.4 cm |
| 2023 | 123.1 cm |
Infrastructure and Road Safety
The extreme weather has taken a significant toll on city infrastructure. Toronto officials have launched a massive 29-crew pothole blitz this week to address “outrageously big” road hazards caused by the freeze-thaw cycles. Mayor Olivia Chow noted that the combination of record snowfall and sudden warm-ups has created particularly punishing conditions for the city’s asphalt.
Commuters are advised to remain cautious as the TTC continues to manage weather-related delays, and conservation authorities remain on alert for potential flooding in areas west of Toronto where snowmelt is accelerating due to moderate temperature shifts.