THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Across Canada, weather conditions from coast to coast to coast are reflecting seasonal changes as fall conditions, with rain, cooler temperatures, and even early signs of snow in the northern regions.
This morning our detailed forecast covers key cities across every province and territory, with important weather alerts, current conditions, wardrobe suggestions, and some historical weather trivia.
Atlantic Canada
Newfoundland and Labrador: St. John’s
St. John’s will experience periods of rain over the next few days as a cold front moves through the area. Current conditions show light rain with a temperature of 11°C and a barometric pressure of 1006 hPa, indicating unstable weather.
Winds are blowing from the east at 30 km/h. Showers will persist through October 15th, tapering off by the afternoon of the 16th, with the temperature cooling down to 9°C by the 17th.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof jackets and rain boots are essential for the next couple of days. Prepare for cooler temperatures as the week progresses, so light layering will be necessary.
Weather Trivia: St. John’s holds the record for the highest amount of October rainfall in Newfoundland, with 107 mm of rain falling on October 16, 1984.
- Sunrise: 7:29 AM, Sunset: 6:18 PM
New Brunswick: Saint John
Saint John is currently under partly cloudy skies, with a temperature of 12°C and a steady barometric pressure at 1012 hPa.
Winds are light at 10 km/h from the southwest. October 15th will see increasing cloud cover with rain expected in the evening, followed by clearing skies on the 16th and 17th, with daytime highs around 10°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Light rain gear for the evening showers, but warmer clothing will be needed for the cooler mornings later in the week.
Weather Trivia: Saint John experienced its coldest October morning on October 17, 1965, when the temperature dropped to -4°C.
- Sunrise: 7:38 AM, Sunset: 6:46 PM
Nova Scotia: Halifax
Halifax will start the week with overcast skies and intermittent showers. Current temperature is 12°C with winds from the southeast at 25 km/h.
The barometric pressure is 1009 hPa. Showers will persist into the morning of October 15th, with clearing skies on the 16th and a high of 14°C expected on the 17th.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Prepare for a rainy start to the week with waterproof clothing, but light layers will be appropriate as skies clear and temperatures rise.
Weather Trivia: Halifax’s warmest recorded October day occurred on October 15, 1949, when temperatures soared to 27°C.
- Sunrise: 7:35 AM, Sunset: 6:40 PM
Quebec
Quebec City
Quebec City is currently enjoying calm and clear weather, with a temperature of 10°C and a barometric pressure of 1017 hPa.
Winds are light, coming from the northeast at 15 km/h. Expect clear skies on October 15th and 16th, with highs of 12°C, but cloud cover will return by the 17th with a 30% chance of light rain.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Medium-weight jackets will be ideal, but a warmer coat may be necessary for the cooler mornings and evenings.
Weather Trivia: Quebec City experienced its earliest October snowfall on October 16, 1952, with 4 cm of snow blanketing the city.
- Sunrise: 7:04 AM, Sunset: 6:14 PM
Montreal
Montreal is seeing a cloudy day with a current temperature of 11°C. Winds are calm from the northwest, and the barometric pressure is at 1015 hPa.
Rain will move in by the late afternoon of October 15th, with cooler conditions following. Expect temperatures to drop to 9°C by October 17th, with periods of sunshine and cooler winds.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Keep your umbrella handy for the rain, and layer up for the cooler weather moving in midweek.
Weather Trivia: Montreal’s rainiest October day occurred on October 16, 1969, when 85 mm of rain fell in a single day.
- Sunrise: 7:10 AM, Sunset: 6:18 PM
Ontario
Toronto
Toronto is currently experiencing mild and overcast conditions, with a temperature of 13°C and winds from the southwest at 20 km/h.
Barometric pressure is at 1008 hPa. Rain is expected on October 15th, with temperatures dropping to 10°C by the 16th. By the 17th, expect sunshine and a high of 11°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Rain gear for October 15th, but warmer layers for the rest of the week as temperatures cool down.
Weather Trivia: Toronto recorded 80 mm of rain on October 15, 1954, as the remnants of Hurricane Hazel brought severe flooding.
- Sunrise: 7:35 AM, Sunset: 6:42 PM
Greater Sudbury
Greater Sudbury will see mostly cloudy skies with a temperature of 9°C. The barometric pressure is 1014 hPa and steady, with light winds from the north.
Rain showers will develop by the afternoon of October 15th, with cooler temperatures of 7°C and clearing skies by the 16th and 17th.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Medium-weight coats and rainproof clothing will be necessary, especially for the wet conditions on October 15th.
Weather Trivia: Sudbury saw its first significant October snowfall on October 16, 1976, when 6 cm of snow fell overnight.
- Sunrise: 7:39 AM, Sunset: 6:44 PM
Sault Ste. Marie
Sault Ste. Marie is under partly cloudy skies today, with a temperature of 10°C and light winds at 15 km/h. The barometric pressure is at 1012 hPa.
Rain showers are expected late on October 15th, with daytime highs around 9°C for the rest of the week and a chance of frost by the morning of the 17th.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Rain jackets and heavier coats will be useful, especially for the drop in temperatures on October 16th.
Weather Trivia: Sault Ste. Marie recorded 80 mm of rain on October 16, 1998, making it the rainiest October day in the city’s history.
- Sunrise: 7:48 AM, Sunset: 6:55 PM
Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay is seeing cloudy skies with intermittent showers. Current temperature is 7°C, with winds from the east at 20 km/h. The barometric pressure is 1005 hPa and falling, indicating more rain is on the way.
October 15th will see rain with a high of 6°C, clearing by the evening of October 16th with frost likely overnight as temperatures drop to -1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof jackets are a must for the rain, and heavier coats for the colder nights.
Weather Trivia: Thunder Bay experienced its first October snowfall on October 17, 1976, when 5 cm fell.
- Sunrise: 7:52 AM, Sunset: 6:57 PM
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Winnipeg is enjoying sunny skies today with a current temperature of 10°C. Winds are light from the north at 10 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1020 hPa, indicating calm weather. Expect sunny skies to continue through October 15th and 16th, with highs near 11°C.
However, cooler nights will bring frost, with lows dipping to -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing for the day and heavier jackets for the frosty mornings.
Weather Trivia: Winnipeg recorded its coldest October morning on October 16, 1984, when temperatures dropped to -10°C.
- Sunrise: 7:57 AM, Sunset: 6:53 PM
Churchill
Churchill is currently experiencing snow showers with a temperature of -4°C. Winds are gusty from the northwest at 30 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1005 hPa.
Snow will continue on October 15th, tapering off by the 16th, but temperatures will remain below freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full winter gear, including heavy coats, boots, and insulated gloves, is necessary for the cold and snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Churchill experienced one of its heaviest October snowfalls on October 17, 1968, with 25 cm of snow.
- Sunrise: 8:28 AM, Sunset: 6:50 PM
Saskatchewan
Regina
Regina is enjoying a stretch of calm, sunny weather with a current temperature of 11°C. Winds are light from the northwest at 10 km/h, and the barometric pressure is steady at 1024 hPa.
Clear skies will continue through October 15th and 16th, but expect cooler nights with lows dipping to -3°C. Daytime highs will remain around 9°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Medium-weight jackets will be needed during the day, but bundle up for the colder nights.
Weather Trivia: Regina recorded its earliest October frost on October 16, 1954, when temperatures dropped to -5°C.
- Sunrise: 7:32 AM, Sunset: 6:42 PM
Saskatoon
Saskatoon is under sunny skies with a current temperature of 10°C. Winds are light at 15 km/h from the northwest, and the barometric pressure is 1022 hPa.
Expect sunny conditions to persist through October 16th, with clear nights and cooler temperatures. Highs will reach 11°C, while overnight lows will fall to -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing during the day, but heavier coats will be needed as frost is expected in the early mornings.
Weather Trivia: Saskatoon experienced a record early October snowstorm on October 17, 1996, when 15 cm of snow fell.
- Sunrise: 7:36 AM, Sunset: 6:46 PM
Alberta
Edmonton
Edmonton is experiencing clear skies and calm weather, with a current temperature of 12°C. Winds are light from the north at 10 km/h, and the barometric pressure is stable at 1025 hPa.
Expect similar sunny conditions through October 16th, with highs around 10°C and lows dipping to -3°C at night.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing is recommended, with heavier coats for the cooler mornings and evenings.
Weather Trivia: Edmonton recorded its earliest October snow on October 15, 1978, with 6 cm falling.
- Sunrise: 8:00 AM, Sunset: 6:50 PM
Fort McMurray
Fort McMurray is under sunny skies with a current temperature of 9°C. Winds are light from the northwest at 10 km/h, and the barometric pressure is at 1028 hPa.
Clear skies will persist through October 16th, with daytime highs of 10°C and cold nights with temperatures dropping to -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Medium-weight jackets for the daytime, but bundle up for the cold nights, especially with frost expected.
Weather Trivia: Fort McMurray’s earliest recorded October snowfall was on October 16, 2003, with 7 cm.
- Sunrise: 8:03 AM, Sunset: 6:46 PM
Calgary
Calgary is seeing sunny skies with a temperature of 12°C. Winds are light from the west at 10 km/h, and the barometric pressure is at 1024 hPa.
Expect clear and sunny conditions through October 16th, with cooler nights and lows around -2°C. Highs will stay around 11°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Medium-weight jackets for the day, but heavier coats for the frosty evenings.
Weather Trivia: Calgary experienced its first significant October snowfall on October 15, 1985, with 9 cm of snow falling.
- Sunrise: 7:56 AM, Sunset: 6:47 PM
British Columbia
Vancouver
Vancouver is experiencing light rain showers with a current temperature of 14°C. Winds are from the southeast at 20 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1008 hPa.
Rain will persist into October 15th, clearing by the evening of the 16th. Highs will reach 13°C with lows of 8°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof jackets and umbrellas will be necessary for the rainy days ahead.
Weather Trivia: Vancouver recorded 110 mm of rain on October 16, 1984, making it the wettest October day in history.
- Sunrise: 7:30 AM, Sunset: 6:35 PM
Victoria
Victoria will see rainy weather to start the week, with temperatures around 13°C. Winds are light at 15 km/h from the southwest. Barometric pressure is 1009 hPa.
Rain will persist through October 15th, clearing by the 16th with temperatures rising to 14°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Rainproof jackets and boots are recommended for the start of the week, with lighter layers for the clearer days.
Weather Trivia: Victoria’s driest October was in 1978, when only 8 mm of rain fell during the entire month.
- Sunrise: 7:32 AM, Sunset: 6:37 PM
Prince George
Prince George is enjoying mostly sunny skies, with a current temperature of 10°C. Winds are light from the west at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1020 hPa, indicating continued calm weather.
Expect sunny skies through October 16th, with cool nights and lows around -1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing for the daytime and warmer jackets for the cooler evenings.
Weather Trivia: Prince George experienced its coldest October day on October 15, 1989, with temperatures dropping to -8°C.
- Sunrise: 7:48 AM, Sunset: 6:40 PM
Kamloops
Kamloops is seeing sunny skies with a current temperature of 13°C. Winds are light at 10 km/h from the southwest. Barometric pressure is 1019 hPa.
Sunny skies will persist through October 16th, with cooler nights and lows of 1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Light jackets during the day, but warmer coats will be necessary for the cool nights.
Weather Trivia: Kamloops recorded its first October snowfall on October 15, 1965, with 3 cm falling.
- Sunrise: 7:36 AM, Sunset: 6:39 PM
Northern Canada
Dawson City, Yukon
Dawson City is under mostly cloudy skies with a temperature of -2°C. Winds are light from the northeast at 15 km/h. The barometric pressure is 1006 hPa, with snow showers expected on October 15th.
Highs will remain near -1°C with lows falling to -6°C overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full winter gear, including insulated coats, hats, gloves, and boots, will be necessary for the cold and snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Dawson City’s coldest recorded October temperature was -17°C on October 17, 1995.
- Sunrise: 8:36 AM, Sunset: 6:58 PM
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Yellowknife is experiencing cold conditions with snow flurries and a current temperature of -4°C. Winds are light from the north at 15 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1012 hPa.
Snow will continue through October 15th, with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C expected overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter coats, gloves, and thermal layers will be essential for the cold and snowy weather.
Weather Trivia: Yellowknife saw its first October snowfall on October 15, 1977, with 10 cm of snow falling.
- Sunrise: 8:48 AM, Sunset: 6:32 PM
Alert, Nunavut
Alert, the northernmost inhabited place in Canada, is experiencing extreme cold, with temperatures of -13°C and strong winds from the north at 40 km/h, creating a wind chill that feels like -20°C.
The barometric pressure is 998 hPa, indicating unsettled conditions with snow showers expected to continue through October 15th.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Extreme cold-weather gear, including parkas, thermal layers, face protection, and insulated boots, is required.
Weather Trivia: Alert holds the record for Canada’s coldest October temperature, which reached -25°C on October 15, 1994.
- Sunrise: 9:04 AM, Sunset: 4:22 PM
