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After a cold, wet and frustrating start to spring across Perth and Smiths Falls, there are signs of a turnaround on the horizon.
Senior Climatologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada, David Phillips, says this season has been a tough one for residents and farmers alike, following a long, persistent winter and weeks of soggy conditions.
He says this spring has felt more like winter hanging on than a true seasonal shift.
Across Eastern Ontario, rainfall has been well above normal, leaving fields saturated and slowing outdoor plans.
Phillips says temperatures have occasionally climbed above seasonal averages in recent days.
Phillips says that unsettled pattern is expected to continue through the rest of April and into early May, with more swings between mild and chilly conditions.
But there is some good news.
He says a more consistent shift toward warmer weather is likely by mid-May, especially around the Victoria Day long weekend, when conditions should finally feel more like spring.
Looking ahead, early indications point to a warmer-than-normal summer across the region. While the slow start may shorten the season slightly, Phillips says the recent rain could pay off later—helping prevent drought and keeping landscapes green.
For now, patience is key—but better days are coming.
