In Osaka, temperatures soared to 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) on March 22, a record for that time of year. Tottori, in the southwest, hit 25.8 C (78 F) on the same day, the highest in 140 years, according to climatologist Maximiliano Herrera. Tottori's temperatures usually hover around 12 C (54 F)
The latest weather forecast said a classic cold is expected to return to Canada in January or into February. Frigid conditions and freezing rain could cause slower commutes. Read here for the latest weather updates.