SIOUX LOOKOUT – WEATHER – Sioux Lookout’s day starts with a mainly cloudy sky and a crisp temperature of -3.3°C, setting a serene yet chilly tone for early April. As observed from the Sioux Lookout Airport at 5:00 AM CDT, the landscape is quiet under the expansive cloud cover, hinting at a day of gentle weather transitions and moderate temperatures.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
With the temperature lingering at -3.3°C and a light wind from the east-southeast causing a wind chill of -5, the day promises a mostly cloudy but stable weather pattern.
The barometric pressure is at 101.9 kPa and rising, signalling improving conditions throughout the day. Visibility stands excellent at 24 km, ensuring clear views that contrast nicely against the mostly cloudy backdrop.
Today: Expect mainly cloudy skies with winds reaching up to 15 km/h, warming to a high of 3°C. The morning brings a colder start with a wind chill of -8, but the moderate UV index of 3 suggests some sun rays piercing through the clouds, calling for moderate sun protection for those outdoors.
Tonight: The sky will turn partly cloudy, with continued winds up to 15 km/h and temperatures dropping to a low of -8°C. The wind chill could reach -12 overnight, suggesting a noticeably colder environment.
Tuesday, April 2: Cloudiness persists, with a 30 percent chance of morning and afternoon flurries. Winds will start southeast at 20 km/h, becoming lighter late in the morning. Temperatures will rise to a more comfortable high of 5°C, despite a brisk wind chill of -15 in the morning. The day’s UV index falls to 2, indicating low sun exposure.
Wednesday, April 3: A sunny day awaits, bringing a high of 3°C and a clear night with temperatures dropping to -10°C, offering a crisp but pleasant midweek weather break.
Thursday, April 4: The skies will blend sun and cloud, marking a gentle high of 4°C. The evening will clear up, with the temperature settling at -8°C overnight, wrapping up a week of typical early spring variability in weather.
Wardrobe Recommendations
Given the fluctuating temperatures and conditions, layering remains crucial for comfort and warmth. Early mornings and nights will be particularly cold, so include thermal base layers, insulated mid-layers, and a wind-resistant outer layer for the chilly wind chills. On sunnier days, like Wednesday, lighter layers with sun protection may be more appropriate.
Weather Trivia
Did you know? The UV index, which measures the risk of skin damage from the sun’s UV rays, can still be moderate on mainly cloudy days. This is because UV radiation can penetrate through clouds, highlighting the importance of sun protection even on overcast days.
