When will the sun shine on Hamilton this Victoria Day long weekend?

A special weather statement, warning of heavy rain in Hamilton, has ended Friday morning just in time for the first long weekend amid COVID-19.

The forecast is a mixed bag for the Victoria Day break.

Friday can't make up its mind. Expect a mix of sun and showers with a risk of thunderstorms for the remainder of the day. The temperature will reach a high of 17 C. Tonight's low is 9 C.

The sun will make its real debut Saturday.

Fog is expected early on in the day but will melt away to a blissful high of 19 C. The UV index will be 8 or very high. The night low on Saturday is expected to be 6 C.

Sunday brings May showers and a daily high of only 12 C. Rain is expected throughout the night with a low of 10 C.

The holiday Monday is also set to be a soggy one. Cloudy conditions are expected with a 40 per cent chance of showers and a high of 11 C.

This particular weekend is a big deal for local gardeners and nurseries. Area businesses are open with restrictions in place to keep physical distancing.

Don't bother planning a fireworks display - there is a residential ban on fireworks and sparklers. There is, however, a virtual fireworks show to check out.

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