THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – There is a decided shift in the weather. Across Canada Canada’s vast geography means October brings a mix of crisp fall days, blustery winds, and even early snowfalls.
Whether you’re on the coasts, in the prairies, or up in the Arctic, it’s time to bundle up as the seasons start to shift. Let’s dive into the weather for October 2nd through 4th and get you ready with wardrobe tips for the week ahead.
The Maritimes: Wind, Rain, and Crisp Fall Air
St. John’s, NL
Current Conditions (Oct 2): The winds are howling at 55 km/h from the southwest, and the temperature is a brisk 9°C. The barometric pressure reads 100.2 kPa, indicating a stormy day ahead. Humidity is 78%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): October 3rd brings rain and strong winds up to 65 km/h, with highs of 12°C. By the 4th, skies clear but temperatures stay cool.
Wardrobe Tip: A windbreaker is essential! Layer up with a sweater for warmth.
Historical Weather Trivia: St. John’s experienced one of its earliest snowfalls on October 2, 1995.
Saint John, NB
Current Conditions (Oct 2): Light rain with temperatures around 12°C, winds from the west at 30 km/h. Pressure sits at 101.1 kPa and humidity is 83%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Rain clears by the 3rd, giving way to a sunny 15°C. The 4th brings clear skies with temperatures holding steady at 14°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Keep those rain boots ready for the 2nd, but light sweaters will do for the rest of the week.
Historical Weather Trivia: Saint John hit a high of 26.7°C on October 3, 2005.
Halifax, NS
Current Conditions (Oct 2): Foggy with drizzle, temperatures at 13°C. Winds are light at 25 km/h from the south. Barometric pressure reads 100.7 kPa, and humidity is at 90%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Rain persists into the 3rd but clears by the 4th, with highs reaching 14°C and a return of sunshine.
Wardrobe Tip: Waterproof everything for the first two days; switch to a lighter jacket by the 4th.
Historical Weather Trivia: On October 4, 1954, Halifax was battered by remnants of Hurricane Hazel.
Quebec: Cool, Clear Skies
Quebec City, QC
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 10°C with partly cloudy skies. Winds are light at 10 km/h, pressure reads 101.8 kPa, and humidity is a mild 65%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Sunny and crisp, with highs of 14°C during the day and nighttime lows dropping to 4°C.
Wardrobe Tip: A cozy sweater and a warm jacket are your best friends, especially after sunset.
Historical Weather Trivia: The first recorded October frost in Quebec City came on October 2, 1984.
Montreal, QC
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 12°C and overcast, with a slight drizzle. Winds are calm at 15 km/h. The pressure is 102.0 kPa, and humidity is at 72%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Clear skies on the 3rd with highs of 16°C, but the 4th may bring some evening showers.
Wardrobe Tip: Stick with layers for comfort. A rain jacket could come in handy toward the end of the week.
Historical Weather Trivia: Montreal hit 28°C on October 3, 1983, its warmest October day on record.
Ontario: Cool, Breezy, and Pleasant
Toronto, ON
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 15°C with partly sunny skies. Winds from the northwest at 20 km/h. Barometric pressure is 101.6 kPa, with humidity at 68%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Clear skies and sunshine both days, with highs around 18°C.
Wardrobe Tip: A light jacket during the day, but perhaps grab a scarf for the cool mornings.
Historical Weather Trivia: On October 2, 1954, Toronto saw heavy rain from Hurricane Hazel.
Greater Sudbury, ON
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 9°C with light rain showers. Winds are gusting at 25 km/h from the northwest, and the pressure reads 101.3 kPa. Humidity is at 75%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): The rain clears by the 3rd, with a mix of sun and cloud and temperatures around 12°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Rain boots today, but you’ll need a warm jacket for the next couple of days.
Historical Weather Trivia: Sudbury’s earliest October snow came on October 3, 1982.
Thunder Bay, ON
Current Conditions (Oct 2): It’s 8°C and cloudy, with a northwest wind of 30 km/h. The pressure is 102.0 kPa, and humidity is 70%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): A cool but clear couple of days ahead with highs of 11°C. Watch out for nighttime lows dipping close to freezing.
Wardrobe Tip: Thick jackets and maybe even gloves for those chilly mornings!
Historical Weather Trivia: October snow is not uncommon in Thunder Bay, with the earliest flakes often falling in the first week.
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Current Conditions (Oct 2): A cool 10°C with light showers. Winds are blowing from the northwest at 30 km/h, and barometric pressure is 101.8 kPa. Humidity is at 70%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): The 3rd will see clearer skies, but temperatures will stay cool, with a high of 11°C. The 4th will remain partly cloudy.
Wardrobe Tip: Bring out the layers! A light rain jacket today and a thicker sweater for the next couple of days.
Historical Weather Trivia: Sault Ste. Marie experienced its first October snowstorm on October 3, 1991.
Manitoba: Early Cold, Crisp Days
Winnipeg, MB
Current Conditions (Oct 2): Partly cloudy skies and 8°C. Winds are from the west at 30 km/h, with a barometric pressure of 101.9 kPa. Humidity is 65%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Clear skies with highs around 10°C, but nights will dip to near freezing at 1°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Grab a thick sweater and a heavier jacket for the chilly evenings.
Historical Weather Trivia: October 4 marks Winnipeg’s typical first frost, so prepare for the cold nights!
Churchill, MB
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 1°C with occasional snow flurries. Winds are blowing strong from the north at 45 km/h, and the pressure is 100.5 kPa. Humidity is 80%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Snowy on the 3rd, with a break in the weather by the 4th. Temperatures will remain around 3°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Winter coats, gloves, and maybe even a toque. Snow is no joke in Churchill!
Historical Weather Trivia: On October 2, 1988, Churchill was buried under 10 cm of snow.
Saskatchewan: Windy and Clear
Regina, SK
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 10°C and overcast, with winds from the northwest at 35 km/h. The pressure is 102.2 kPa, and humidity is at 60%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Sunny but cool with highs of 12°C on both days.
Wardrobe Tip: A medium-weight jacket during the day, but you’ll need something heavier in the evenings.
Historical Weather Trivia: Regina often sees its first snow during the first week of October, so keep an eye out!
Saskatoon, SK
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 9°C with strong winds at 40 km/h from the northwest. Barometric pressure is 102.5 kPa, and humidity is 63%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Clear and sunny with highs around 13°C.
Wardrobe Tip: A warm jacket and maybe even a hat for those blustery mornings.
Historical Weather Trivia: The earliest October snow in Saskatoon fell on October 3, 1961.
Alberta: Cool and Breezy
Edmonton, AB
Current Conditions (Oct 2): A chilly 6°C with cloudy skies. Winds are gusting at 40 km/h from the northwest, with a pressure of 102.0 kPa. Humidity is at 70%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Clear skies and chilly, with highs of only 9°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Bring out the thick coat and maybe even a beanie for warmth!
Historical Weather Trivia: Edmonton saw its earliest recorded snowstorm on October 4, 1919.
Calgary, AB
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 8°C and partly cloudy, with winds from the west at 30 km/h. Barometric pressure reads 102.1 kPa. Humidity is 68%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Clear and sunny, with highs reaching 14°C on the 3rd and 4th.
Wardrobe Tip: A warm jacket will suffice, but you might want to keep a scarf handy.
Historical Weather Trivia: Calgary experienced an October blizzard on October 3, 1969, dumping 20 cm of snow.
British Columbia: Wet Coast or Best Coast?
Vancouver, BC
Current Conditions (Oct 2): A pleasant 16°C with partly sunny skies. Winds are light at 15 km/h, with a pressure of 102.5 kPa and 60% humidity.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Rain on the 3rd, clearing by the 4th. Highs of 14°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Keep your umbrella and waterproof jacket handy for the 3rd, but a light jacket will work for the 4th.
Historical Weather Trivia: Vancouver saw a record 45mm of rain on October 2, 1975.
Victoria, BC
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 14°C and partly cloudy. Winds are light at 10 km/h from the southeast. Pressure reads 102.4 kPa with humidity at 65%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Rain moves in on the 3rd but clears by the 4th, with highs around 13°C.
Wardrobe Tip: A raincoat for the 3rd, but a lighter jacket will do for the weekend.
Historical Weather Trivia: October 2, 1961, saw Victoria hit its coldest early October temperature at 1.5°C.
Kamloops, BC
Current Conditions (Oct 2): A mild 14°C with light cloud cover. Winds are calm at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 102.8 kPa, with humidity at 60%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Clear skies with highs of 15°C. A perfect fall week!
Wardrobe Tip: Light layers are all you need in Kamloops this week.
Historical Weather Trivia: Kamloops saw an October heatwave on October 4, 1963, with temperatures hitting 27°C.
Northern Canada: Cold and Snowy
Dawson City, YT
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 2°C with snow flurries. Winds are from the north at 30 km/h, pressure at 100.9 kPa, and humidity at 85%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Continued snow flurries with highs of 1°C and lows dipping below freezing.
Wardrobe Tip: Break out the winter coat, gloves, and boots!
Historical Weather Trivia: Dawson City’s earliest recorded snow fell on October 1, 1965.
Yellowknife, NWT
Current Conditions (Oct 2): 0°C with snow in the air. Winds are gusting from the northwest at 35 km/h, and pressure reads 100.3 kPa. Humidity is 82%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Expect light snow on the 3rd, with clearer but cold conditions on the 4th. Highs around 1°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Winter is here! Full winter gear is essential.
Historical Weather Trivia: Yellowknife saw its first significant October snowfall on October 2, 1959.
Alert, NU
Current Conditions (Oct 2): -5°C with snow flurries. Winds from the north at 40 km/h, with pressure reading 99.9 kPa. Humidity is 90%.
Forecast (Oct 3-4): Cold and snowy, with highs of -3°C and gusty winds continuing.
Wardrobe Tip: Arctic-level winter gear is necessary to survive these temperatures!
Historical Weather Trivia: Alert holds the record for the coldest October day in Canada, hitting -30°C on October 4, 1983.
