Wet snow is expected to hit the GTA as Ontario's weather gets gripped by a winter storm

Winter is hanging on firmly to the weather in Ontario despite the fact that we're in the first week of April — and it's about to get messy.

A powerful storm is currently punishing parts of the province and travel disruptions and power outages are possible throughout the day.

Here's what The Weather Network and Environment Canada are saying about the precipitation and upcoming weather.

"Strong winds and heavy rain have left much of southern Ontario dealing with the nastier side of spring this week," says The Weather Network. "Special weather statements line the region for impacts from the potent storm set to continue through the day on Wednesday.

Up to 60 millimetres of rain is expected in some areas along with winds of 80 kilometres per hour which could cause localized flooding and power outages.

As the temperature gets colder on Wednesday, that rain is expected to switch over to snow and will lead to a messy commute.

"Periods of wet snow will fill in across GTA and the south through the overnight hours on Wednesday, with all of the south transitioning to wet snow by Thursday morning," warns TWN.

According to Environment Canada, snowfall warnings and rainfall warnings are in effect for southern and northeastern Ontario.

"The heaviest snow threat builds in across eastern Ontario, where snowfall warnings are currently in place for 10-20 cm expected through Thursday," says TWN. "Travel delays are likely with the deteriorating conditions, and drivers in the Ottawa area are urged to pack their patience for this wicked blast of April snow."

That being said, the temperatures for the weekend are expected to be above seasonal, so hang in there just a bit longer!

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