SIOUX LOOKOUT WEATHER – Sioux Lookout is experiencing a slight warm-up, with current conditions recorded at the Sioux Lookout Airport indicating a cozy start to the day. As of 5:00 AM CST on Thursday, March 7, 2024, the town is cloaked in cloudiness, hinting at a day of mixed weather patterns.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
The temperature at 6:30 AM CST hovers around 0.8°C, accompanied by a dew point of -7.8°C, suggesting a significant gap between the temperature and the dew point, which indicates lower humidity levels, currently at 53%.
The barometric pressure stands at 101.4 kPa but shows a falling tendency, possibly hinting at changing weather conditions ahead. Winds from the SSE blow gently at 12 km/h, contributing to a visibility of 24 kilometers, which is fairly clear for this time of day.
Historical Context
Given the historical climate data for early March in Sioux Lookout, today’s temperature is a welcome increase, signaling the onset of warmer days after the long, cold winter. The relatively mild temperature coupled with cloud cover is typical of the transitional weather patterns observed in the region during early spring.
Forecast into Weekend!
Expected Conditions
Today’s forecast calls for a few flurries ending near noon, followed by mainly cloudy skies and a 40 percent chance of additional flurries. The temperature is expected to remain steady near plus 1°C, with a wind chill factor making it feel like minus 7°C in the afternoon. The UV index remains low at 2.
Tonight, the cloudiness continues with a 30 percent chance of flurries in the evening. The temperature is expected to drop to a chilly minus 13°C, with the wind chill making it feel as cold as minus 18°C overnight.
Looking ahead to Friday, March 8, the day is set to be overcast with a high of minus 2°C and wind chills ranging from minus 19°C in the morning to a less severe minus 6°C in the afternoon, under a low UV index of 1. The night will clear up, dropping to a low of minus 16°C.
The weekend promises more sunshine, with Saturday seeing sunny skies and a high of zero, followed by a clear night and temperatures plunging to minus 17°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations
With fluctuating temperatures and wind chill factors to consider, dressing in layers is advisable for Sioux Lookout residents. Warm, windproof outerwear is essential for the chilly evenings and nights. Don’t forget hats and gloves, especially in the early morning and after sunset when the temperatures drop significantly.
Weather Trivia
Did you know that Sioux Lookout has experienced dramatic temperature swings within the same day in March? This variability showcases the unpredictability and dynamic nature of spring weather in northern regions.
