Sault Ste. Marie greets the day with a light snow shower, at a cool 0°C. Recorded at 7:20 AM EDT from the Sault Ste. Marie Airport, the city is enveloped in a gentle wintery embrace, with the temperature just hovering above freezing.
The rising barometric pressure hints at changing weather patterns that might bring clearer skies.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
With the thermometer reading at a slight 0.3°C and a dew point of -0.9°C, humidity is high at 92%. A west wind blows at 13 km/h, contributing to a visibility of 19 km despite the snow showers. These conditions combine to paint a picture of a tranquil but damp morning in Sault Ste. Marie.
Forecast Conditions
The day ahead is forecasted to be cloudy with a 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers, leading to a mild high of plus 4°C. The UV index remains low at 2, reflecting the overcast conditions.
Tonight, the skies will remain mainly cloudy, with a lingering 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers early in the evening. There’s a risk of freezing drizzle late into the night. The wind is expected to stay gentle at up to 15 km/h, bringing the temperature down to -5°C, with a wind chill making it feel like -9°C overnight.
Monday, April 1, promises a sunny start, transitioning to a mix of sun and cloud in the afternoon. Winds will pick up, coming from the northwest at 20 km/h, and temperatures will rise to a high of 6°C, though the morning wind chill might dip to -9°C. The UV index climbs to a moderate 4.
The night will turn cloudy again with a low of -3°C, while Tuesday, April 2, maintains the cloudy outlook with highs again reaching 6°C. The evening will see continued cloudiness with temperatures dropping slightly to -2°C.
Wednesday, April 3, brings a 40 percent chance of flurries amidst cloudy skies, with the temperature peaking at a chilly plus 2°C. The cloud cover continues into the night, with lows around -3°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations
Given the mixed bag of weather conditions, residents should consider versatile layering options. Waterproof jackets and boots are advisable for the flurries and potential freezing drizzle. A warmer layer is recommended for the chilly evenings, especially when wind chills are expected.
Weather Trivia
Interesting to note, Sault Ste. Marie is no stranger to spring snow showers. The city’s unique position by Lake Superior often leads to unpredictable weather patterns, especially during the transitional seasons.
