A Stormy Day Ahead in the Soo
Sault Ste. Marie is bracing for a very wet and stormy day today. The forecast calls for showers throughout the day, with a significant risk of thunderstorms. The high will reach about 19°C, but it will feel cooler with the persistent rain and gusty winds. Expect winds from the west and northwest at speeds up to 40 km/h, with gusts reaching 60 km/h—so it’s going to be a blustery one!
The likelihood of precipitation is very high, with an 80% chance of rain and thunderstorms through the afternoon and evening. This is the kind of weather that demands a solid raincoat and some waterproof boots if you have to be outside. Umbrellas might not fare too well with those gusts!
Historical Weather Insights
On this day in Sault Ste. Marie’s weather history, the highest temperature recorded was a toasty 31.1°C back in 1947, while the record low was a chilly 4.4°C in 1968. Today’s temperatures are sitting comfortably in the middle, but the storms will definitely keep things interesting.
What to Wear?
Given the stormy outlook, make sure to dress in waterproof layers and consider skipping the umbrella due to the strong winds. A hooded raincoat and some sturdy boots are your best bet to stay dry.
Weather Trivia
Did you know? Sault Ste. Marie has an average high of 23.7°C for mid-August, so today’s weather is a bit cooler than the norm, albeit with a much stormier twist. The Soo can expect a mix of sunny and stormy days as summer winds down, but today, it’s all about staying dry and safe indoors.
