Current Weather Update: Gentle Snowfall and Chilly Winds
As of 5:00 AM CST, communities of Bearskin Lake, Sachigo Lake, and Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug (KI) are experiencing light snow with temperatures at -10.8°C. The humidity is notably high at 94%, making the air feel damp and cold. The barometric pressure remains stable at 101.7 kPa, and with light southwest winds at 4 km/h, the wind chill is making it feel slightly colder at -13°C.
Today’s Weather Forecast: Cloudy Skies with a Chance of Flurries
The day will remain mainly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of flurries. Light snow is expected to begin late this afternoon, with winds picking up to 15 km/h.
The high is forecasted at -8°C, but the wind chill will make it feel closer to -16°C, and the UV index is low at 1. Residents should prepare for variable visibility and potentially slippery conditions on roads and walkways.
Frostbite Alert: Overnight Temperatures Plunge
Tonight, the temperature will significantly drop to a low of -21°C, accompanied by periods of light snow totaling around 2 cm.
Winds will shift to the north at 20 km/h, intensifying the cold with an evening wind chill of -16°C and a harsh -31°C overnight. This drastic temperature drop brings a substantial risk of frostbite, urging residents to take extra precautions to protect against exposure.
Weekly Outlook: Snow Showers and Clear Nights Ahead
The forecast for Thursday includes periods of light snow ending in the afternoon, followed by mainly cloudy skies. With persistent north winds at 20 km/h, temperatures will hover around -21°C, and the wind chill will approach a biting -33°C, continuing the risk of frostbite.
The night promises clear skies but with an extreme low of -32°C.
Friday will see increasing cloudiness with a high of -17°C, moving into a cloudy night with a 30% chance of flurries and a low of -18°C.
The weekend outlook for Saturday predicts cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries during the day and a high again of -17°C, leading into a night of cloudy periods with a 30% chance of flurries and a low of -27°C.
Residents of Bearskin Lake, Sachigo Lake, and Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug should remain vigilant of the weather conditions, especially during nighttime when the risk of frostbite is highest.
Staying informed and prepared will be key to safely navigating the week’s challenging weather conditions.
