SIOUX LOOKOUT – WEATHER – Today is your day to get up and outside and enjoy the sunshine. Wednesday to Friday will see rain and possible snow showers. That natural vitamin d that helps you be healthy and positive is there for the free taking today! Enjoy!
This morning, Sioux Lookout Airport reports chilly but calm weather with the temperature at a gentle 1.0°C under partly cloudy skies. The pressure reads 102.4 kPa and is on the rise, suggesting improving weather conditions despite the mix of clouds. A light east wind of 9 km/h and a low humidity level of 49% round out the current atmospheric state, with excellent visibility at 24 kilometers.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
At dawn, Sioux Lookout experiences partly cloudy conditions with a temperature just above freezing. The large difference between the temperature and dew point (-8.5°C) indicates very dry air, enhancing the brisk feel of the morning.
Expected Conditions
Today: The day will start with sunshine but will soon see a mix of sun and cloud. Winds will shift to the east and intensify, reaching speeds of 30 km/h and gusting up to 50 km/h. Expect a high of 10°C with a moderate UV index of 4, requiring some sun protection if outdoors.
Tonight: Skies will initially show only a few clouds, but cloudiness will increase overnight, leading to periods of rain mixed with snow and ice pellets. The east wind will maintain its strength at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, and temperatures will hover around +2°C.
Wednesday, April 17: The day will feature periods of rain, with early morning conditions potentially mixing in snow and ice pellets. Winds will continue from the east at 30 km/h, gusting to 50, before becoming lighter in the late afternoon. The high will be cooler at 6°C, and the UV index will be low at 1.
Wednesday Night: Expect cloudy skies with a 60% chance of flurries and a low near freezing at 0°C.
Thursday, April 18: The cloudy conditions will continue, with a 60% chance of flurries or rain showers throughout the day. The high will again reach 6°C.
Thursday Night: Cloud cover persists with a 40% chance of flurries, and temperatures dropping to -3°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations
Layering remains key in Sioux Lookout’s fluctuating spring weather. Start with a warm base layer and add a waterproof outer layer, especially for tonight and tomorrow, as mixed precipitation is expected. A hat and gloves would be prudent in the early mornings and evenings when temperatures dip closer to freezing.
Weather Trivia
Sioux Lookout’s weather can be quite dynamic in the spring, often featuring quick transitions from clear skies to stormy conditions, reflecting the area’s diverse and challenging climate patterns.
