THUNDER BAY – Weather – As mid-October settles in, Canada’s diverse geography experiences a mix of weather patterns. From coastal rain in the east to early frosts in the north, this forecast will cover the country’s major cities and regions for October 13, 14, and 15, 2024.
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This report also includes any active weather warnings for the communities covered as well as sunrise and sunset times, wardrobe suggestions, and historical weather trivia to help you plan for the upcoming days.
Atlantic Canada
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
Currently, St. John’s is overcast with a temperature of 11°C and falling barometric pressure at 1009 hPa, indicating that wet weather is on the way. Rain showers will dominate the forecast for October 13th and 14th, with high temperatures around 13°C. Winds will be strong, coming from the northeast at 35 km/h. By October 15th, the rain will taper off, and temperatures will cool to 9°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Waterproof jackets and boots are essential, with warmer layers for cooler days ahead.
Weather Trivia: St. John’s recorded its wettest October day on October 14, 1990, with 64 mm of rain.
- Sunrise: 7:22 AM, Sunset: 6:17 PM
Saint John, New Brunswick
Saint John is currently cloudy with a temperature of 12°C and a stable barometric pressure of 1010 hPa. Showers are expected throughout October 13th before clearing by October 14th and 15th. Daytime highs will be around 14°C, with northwest winds picking up on the 15th.
Wardrobe Tip: Light rain gear for October 13th and layered fall clothing for the cooler, clearer days.
Weather Trivia: Saint John saw its earliest October snowfall on October 13, 1987.
- Sunrise: 7:31 AM, Sunset: 6:44 PM
Halifax, Nova Scotia
In Halifax, the weather is mostly cloudy with temperatures at 13°C and a barometric pressure of 1012 hPa. Showers will persist through October 13th and 14th, with highs around 14°C. Winds from the northeast will gust at 30 km/h. By October 15th, expect clearer skies but cooler temperatures, with a high of 10°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Waterproof jackets for the rainy days, and heavier layers for cooler weather.
Weather Trivia: Halifax’s earliest recorded October snowfall was on October 13, 1935.
- Sunrise: 7:29 AM, Sunset: 6:40 PM
Quebec
Quebec City
Quebec City is currently partly cloudy with a temperature of 9°C and a high-pressure system at 1019 hPa. October 13th will be sunny, but clouds will roll in on the 14th, bringing a 30% chance of showers. Highs will remain cool, reaching around 12°C, with lows dipping to 5°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Light to medium-weight jackets for the day, and heavier coats for chilly evenings.
Weather Trivia: Quebec City recorded an unusually warm October 14th in 1953, with temperatures reaching 25°C.
- Sunrise: 6:56 AM, Sunset: 6:08 PM
Montreal
Montreal will see sunny conditions on October 13th before rain moves in on October 14th and lingers through the 15th. Currently, it’s partly cloudy with a temperature of 10°C and a barometric pressure of 1016 hPa. Daytime highs will range between 11°C and 14°C over the weekend.
Wardrobe Tip: Prepare for rain on the 14th and 15th, with rain gear and warm layers.
Weather Trivia: Montreal saw its earliest recorded October snow on October 13, 1987.
- Sunrise: 7:02 AM, Sunset: 6:12 PM
Ontario
Toronto
Toronto’s current conditions are mostly cloudy with a temperature of 11°C and a barometric pressure of 1014 hPa. Clouds and light rain will linger on October 13th and 14th, with highs around 14°C. By October 15th, the skies will clear, but cooler air will drop the temperature to 12°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Medium-weight jackets with raincoats for the first two days, then warm layers for the cooler, dry 15th.
Weather Trivia: Toronto experienced its hottest October day on October 14th, 1980, with temperatures reaching 26°C.
- Sunrise: 7:28 AM, Sunset: 6:41 PM
Thunder Bay
Currently, Thunder Bay is mostly cloudy with a temperature of 8°C and a barometric pressure of 1009 hPa. Showers are expected on October 13th and 14th, with highs near 11°C. Skies will clear on October 15th, but temperatures will drop to 9°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Waterproof layers for rain on the 13th and 14th, with heavier jackets for the cooler 15th.
Weather Trivia: Thunder Bay recorded its first October snowstorm on October 13th, 1976.
- Sunrise: 7:41 AM, Sunset: 6:55 PM
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Winnipeg is currently clear with a temperature of 7°C and a high-pressure system at 1022 hPa. Sunny skies will prevail through October 13th and 14th, with cooler temperatures moving in on the 15th, bringing highs down to 9°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Layer up with heavier coats for cool mornings and evenings.
Weather Trivia: Winnipeg saw its coldest October temperature on October 13th, 1984, when the mercury dropped to -13°C.
- Sunrise: 7:49 AM, Sunset: 6:52 PM
Churchill
In Churchill, current conditions are cold, with light snow falling and a temperature of -2°C. Barometric pressure is steady at 1015 hPa. Snow will continue for the next few days, with highs only reaching -1°C, accompanied by strong winds from the northwest at 40 km/h.
Wardrobe Tip: Full winter gear is necessary, including insulated coats, gloves, and boots.
Weather Trivia: Churchill holds the record for the coldest October day in Manitoba, with a low of -23°C on October 15th, 1970.
- Sunrise: 8:01 AM, Sunset: 6:38 PM
Saskatchewan
Regina
Regina will enjoy sunny skies on October 13th, with temperatures around 10°C. However, clouds will move in on October 14th, bringing cooler temperatures and a chance of light rain. The barometric pressure is at 1020 hPa, with calm conditions for now.
Wardrobe Tip: Medium to heavy layers are needed for the mornings and evenings.
Weather Trivia: Regina recorded its earliest October snowstorm on October 14th, 1969.
- Sunrise: 7:38 AM, Sunset: 6:42 PM
Alberta
Calgary
Calgary is clear with current temperatures at 9°C and a barometric pressure of 1019 hPa. October 13th and 14th will bring sunshine, with highs near 12°C. However, October 15th will see clouds rolling in, with a high of only 9°C.
Wardrobe Tip: Layer up for chilly mornings and bring a heavier coat for the evening.
Weather Trivia: Calgary experienced its snowiest October on record in 1923, with over 50 cm of snowfall.
- Sunrise: 7:48 AM, Sunset: 6:59 PM
Edmonton
In Edmonton, conditions are sunny with a temperature of 8°C and a barometric pressure of 1021 hPa. Expect similar sunny weather on October 13th and 14th, but temperatures will cool to 9°C by October 15th with increasing clouds.
Wardrobe Tip: Light jackets for the daytime, but heavier outerwear will be needed at night.
Weather Trivia: Edmonton saw its first October snowfall on October 11th, 1922.
- Sunrise: 7:55 AM, Sunset: 6:51 PM
British Columbia
Vancouver
Vancouver is currently overcast with a temperature of 13°C. Rain will persist throughout October 13th and 14th, with highs near 15°C. By October 15th, expect the rain to ease off, but clouds will still dominate the sky. Winds will blow from the southeast at 25 km/h, adding a chill to the air.
Wardrobe Tip: Rain gear and waterproof footwear will be essential, especially for the rainy 13th and 14th.
Weather Trivia: Vancouver’s wettest October day was on October 14th, 1982, when over 80 mm of rain fell.
- Sunrise: 7:29 AM, Sunset: 6:33 PM
Victoria
Victoria will mirror Vancouver’s rainy conditions, with steady showers throughout October 13th and 14th, followed by clearer skies on the 15th. Highs will reach 14°C, with southerly winds at 20 km/h.
Wardrobe Tip: Rainproof jackets and footwear are recommended, along with warmer layers for the cooler mornings.
Weather Trivia: Victoria’s earliest October frost occurred on October 15th, 1981.
- Sunrise: 7:32 AM, Sunset: 6:36 PM
Northern Canada
Dawson City, Yukon
In Dawson City, the weather is cold, with current temperatures around -5°C. Snow showers are expected over the next few days, with highs of only -3°C. Winds from the north at 30 km/h will make it feel even colder.
Wardrobe Tip: Full winter gear, including insulated jackets, gloves, and boots, will be needed.
Weather Trivia: Dawson City experienced its first October snowfall on October 10, 1898.
- Sunrise: 8:41 AM, Sunset: 7:14 PM
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Yellowknife is experiencing cold weather with a temperature of -3°C and steady barometric pressure at 1016 hPa. Snow flurries will continue through October 13th and 14th, with temperatures dropping to -4°C. Winds from the northwest will blow at 25 km/h.
Wardrobe Tip: Winter gear is essential, with extra layers for wind protection.
Weather Trivia: Yellowknife’s coldest October day was October 13, 1966, with temperatures reaching -21°C.
- Sunrise: 8:38 AM, Sunset: 6:53 PM
Alert, Nunavut
Alert, the northernmost settlement in Canada, will experience severe cold over the next few days. Currently, it’s -10°C, and temperatures will remain between -10°C and -12°C, with snow expected throughout the period. Winds from the north will blow at 40 km/h, creating dangerous wind chills.
Wardrobe Tip: Extreme cold weather gear, including insulated parkas, thermal wear, and face protection, will be necessary.
Weather Trivia: Alert holds the record for Canada’s coldest October temperature at -26°C on October 14, 1985.
- Sunrise: 8:01 AM, Sunset: 3:10 PM
