It’s cold!
Halton Region has issued a Cold Warning for the area:
“A Cold Warning has been issued by Halton Region Public Health starting January 20, 2026. The Cold Warning is in effect until temperatures rise above -15°C (without wind-chill) or weather conditions improve, and the risks involved with prolonged exposure are reduced.
“Exposure to cold weather can increase your risk of cold-related injuries, including frostbite and hypothermia. These injuries can result in severe health consequences.
“Anyone can be affected by extreme cold-related weather conditions, depending on length of time of exposure to cold and exertion levels. Those especially at risk include adults over the age of 65, infants and young children, people who have limited resources to house or protect themselves, people who work or exercise outdoors (hikers, skiers). Call or visit family, friends and neigbours who may be more at risk, especially those who live on their own.
“If you see someone sleeping outside or if you need support, contact us today:
- email outreach@halton.ca
- call 1-866-442-5866 or 311
“For more information, visit our Housing Supports and Services webpage.”
Here is your Milton forecast for this week, per Environment Canada:
| Date | Detailed Forecast |
|---|---|
| Today | A mix of sun and cloud with 40 percent chance of flurries. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50. High minus 10. Wind chill minus 26 this morning and minus 20 this afternoon. UV index 1 or low. |
| Tonight | Mainly cloudy. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50. Low minus 17. Wind chill minus 20 this evening and minus 27 overnight. |
| Wed, 21 Jan | Cloudy. Snow beginning in the morning. Amount 5 cm. Wind becoming southwest 30 km/h early in the afternoon. High minus 1. Wind chill minus 18 in the morning and minus 8 in the afternoon. |
| Night | Cloudy with 60 percent chance of flurries. Low minus 7. |
| Thu, 22 Jan | Cloudy with 30 percent chance of flurries. High minus 5. |
| Night | Cloudy. Low minus 14. |
| Fri, 23 Jan | Cloudy with 60 percent chance of flurries. High minus 9. |
| Night | Cloudy periods with 30 percent chance of flurries. Low minus 21. |
| Sat, 24 Jan | A mix of sun and cloud. High minus 12. |
| Night | Cloudy periods. Low minus 21. |
| Sun, 25 Jan | A mix of sun and cloud. High minus 11. |
| Night | Cloudy periods. Low minus 17. |
| Mon, 26 Jan | Cloudy. High minus 8. |
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