Sault Ste. Marie – WEATHER – The Soo welcomes a crisp and mainly clear morning, with temperatures currently hovering around 3.4°C. This weather report offers an in-depth analysis of the current conditions at Sault Ste. Marie Airport and extends to predict the weather changes expected in the next few days.
Today’s Weather Overview:
Current Conditions:
As recorded at 5:00 AM EDT at the Sault Ste. Marie Airport, the temperature is a chilly 3.4°C under mainly clear skies. The barometric pressure is noted at 101.2 kPa and is on a downward trend, indicating incoming weather fluctuations.
Humidity has reached 100% with a dew point also at 3.4°C, suggesting a fully saturated air mass. Winds are gentle, blowing from the east-northeast at 5 km/h, and visibility is perfect at 24 kilometers.
Expected Conditions:
Today’s forecast starts with sun, but clouds will increase by late afternoon. Winds will shift to the east, increasing to 30 km/h later in the morning, with a daytime high expected to reach 16°C. The UV index will be high at 7, making it important to use sun protection.
Tonight, the skies will turn mainly cloudy with a few showers beginning in the evening. The wind will continue from the east at a steady 30 km/h, and temperatures will dip to a low of 7°C.
On Wednesday, May 8, the region will experience showers throughout the day with a high of 11°C and a moderate UV index of 3. The evening will bring cloudy periods with a 40 percent chance of showers, cooling down to a low of around 5°C.
Thursday, May 9, promises a sunny day with a high of 13°C. The night is expected to be clear with the low temperatures around 4°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations:
For the varying conditions, residents should start the day with warmer layers that can be adjusted as temperatures rise. Waterproof clothing is advisable for the evening showers expected today and tomorrow. With the high UV index during midday, don’t forget sunscreen and a hat.
Weather Trivia:
Sault Ste. Marie’s geographical position between Lake Superior and Lake Huron often leads to fluctuating weather patterns, which can dramatically affect local temperature and precipitation within short periods.
