Fort Frances and Atikokan will experience typical fall weather over the next few days, with cooler temperatures, frosty mornings, and mostly clear skies. These communities can expect crisp air and calm conditions, with occasional frost forming overnight. Below is the detailed forecast for October 8 to 10, 2024, including current weather, barometric pressure, and wind conditions.
Current Conditions
As of October 8, Fort Frances is experiencing partly cloudy skies with a temperature of 5°C, while Atikokan is slightly cooler at 4°C under similar skies. Winds are light at 10 km/h, coming from the northwest in both communities. The barometric pressure reads 1018 hPa, signaling stable weather with no imminent precipitation.
Fort Frances and Atikokan Weather Forecast
- October 8, 2024: Partly cloudy skies will dominate the day, with temperatures reaching a high of 9°C in Fort Frances and 8°C in Atikokan. Winds will remain light from the northwest at 10-15 km/h. As evening approaches, temperatures will drop to 0°C in both communities, leading to widespread frost overnight and into the early morning of October 9.
- October 9, 2024: Clear skies are expected, with plenty of sunshine during the day. High temperatures will reach 8°C in Fort Frances and 7°C in Atikokan, with winds continuing from the northwest at 10 km/h. Overnight, the temperatures will dip to -1°C in both areas, creating another frosty morning.
- October 10, 2024: Mostly sunny skies will persist, with temperatures peaking at 7°C in Fort Frances and 6°C in Atikokan. Winds will shift slightly from the north, staying light at around 10 km/h. By the evening, temperatures will once again drop to -2°C, leading to a cold and frosty night.
Wardrobe Suggestions: With frost expected each morning and cooler temperatures during the day, residents in Fort Frances and Atikokan should wear medium-weight jackets during the day and heavier coats, gloves, and scarves in the mornings and evenings. Layering will be important to stay warm during early frost and chilly nights.
Weather Trivia: Fort Frances recorded its first October snowfall on October 8, 1951, when 4 cm of snow fell overnight. Atikokan holds a record for a particularly cold October day on October 9, 1986, when temperatures dropped to -10°C. Although no snow is expected this week, frost will remind residents that winter is approaching.
Summary
Fort Frances and Atikokan will experience calm, cool fall weather with clear skies and frosty mornings over the next three days. Daytime temperatures will range from 6°C to 9°C, while nighttime lows will dip to -1°C to -2°C, ensuring frost each morning. Winds will remain light, making for calm conditions overall.
Wardrobe Recap: Medium-weight jackets during the day, heavier coats and gloves for mornings and evenings, and layering to handle the frosty conditions.
