THUNDER BAY – Weather – Canada is experiencing a wide range of weather patterns, from early snow in the north to heavy rain in parts of the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. This comprehensive weather report covers all major regions across the country for October 17th, 18th, and 19th, 2024, highlighting communities facing weather warnings or alerts, detailed forecasts, wardrobe suggestions, and historical weather trivia.
With the weather in full autumn transition, it’s time to bundle up in many parts of the country as winter begins to make its presence felt.
Newfoundland and Labrador
St. John’s, NL
Current Conditions: 9°C, overcast with light rain. Barometric pressure: 1014 mb, falling. Winds from the southeast at 30 km/h.
Forecast: On the 17th, expect continuous rain throughout the day with a high of 12°C. The 18th brings more rain and strong winds, peaking at 40 km/h, with temperatures remaining steady at 11°C. By the 19th, rain will taper off to showers, but cooler air will push temperatures down to 8°C.
Wardrobe: Rain gear is essential, including waterproof jackets and boots for the next few days, as the wind and rain will make it feel much cooler.
Trivia: St. John’s, Newfoundland is notorious for its heavy rainfall in October, historically seeing over 150 mm in particularly wet years.
Sunrise: 7:24 AM | Sunset: 6:19 PM
Atlantic Provinces
Saint John, NB
Current Conditions: 10°C, cloudy with light winds from the northeast at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1018 mb, steady.
Forecast: Overcast skies will dominate the 17th with a high of 13°C. Light rain is expected overnight, continuing into the 18th as winds increase to 25 km/h. The rain will clear by the 19th, but temperatures will dip to 9°C, with brisk winds.
Wardrobe: A light jacket will suffice during the day, but rain gear will be necessary by the 18th and 19th as rain moves in.
Trivia: Saint John, NB is known for having the highest tides in the world in the nearby Bay of Fundy, which can often cause coastal flooding during stormy weather.
Sunrise: 7:42 AM | Sunset: 6:33 PM
Halifax, NS
Current Conditions: 11°C, cloudy with light winds from the southwest at 20 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1017 mb, falling.
Forecast: The 17th will bring moderate rain starting in the afternoon, with temperatures reaching 14°C. Winds will intensify to 35 km/h on the 18th, and rain will persist before clearing late on the 19th, with highs around 11°C.
Wardrobe: Waterproof layers are crucial, especially with high winds making it feel cooler.
Trivia: Halifax frequently experiences strong Atlantic storms, with October often marking the end of hurricane season. Hurricane Juan in 2003 remains a notable event in the city’s weather history.
Sunrise: 7:31 AM | Sunset: 6:30 PM
Quebec
Quebec City, QC
Current Conditions: 5°C, foggy with calm winds. Barometric pressure: 1025 mb, steady.
Forecast: Fog will lift by mid-morning on the 17th, leaving behind partly cloudy skies and highs of 12°C. The 18th will be much the same, though rain is expected late in the day, continuing into the 19th with cooler temperatures around 9°C.
Wardrobe: A warm coat and a scarf are recommended for the cooler mornings, while rain gear will be necessary by the weekend.
Trivia: Quebec City is known for its dramatic weather shifts, with sudden temperature drops and heavy snowfall often arriving by late October.
Sunrise: 7:04 AM | Sunset: 5:54 PM
Montreal, QC
Current Conditions: 7°C, partly cloudy. Winds light from the north at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1023 mb, steady.
Forecast: The 17th will be sunny and mild, with highs of 14°C. On the 18th, rain showers will arrive late in the evening, with gusty winds making it feel cooler than the daytime high of 11°C. The 19th will see temperatures drop to 9°C, with rain clearing by midday.
Wardrobe: A light jacket is ideal for the daytime, but rainproof gear is needed by the evening of the 18th.
Trivia: Montreal experiences some of the heaviest autumn rainfall in Quebec, with late October often bringing the first snow flurries.
Sunrise: 7:12 AM | Sunset: 6:00 PM
Ontario
Toronto, ON
Current Conditions: 10°C, clear skies. Barometric pressure: 1021 mb, steady.
Forecast: A sunny stretch of weather is forecasted, with highs of 17°C on the 17th and 18th. On the 19th, clouds will increase slightly, but temperatures will still reach 15°C.
Wardrobe: Light jackets and layers will work well for the comfortable fall weather.
Trivia: Toronto’s October temperatures can vary dramatically, with record highs of up to 29°C and sudden snowfalls historically recorded in the same month.
Sunrise: 7:35 AM | Sunset: 6:31 PM
Greater Sudbury, ON
Current Conditions: 3°C, clear skies with light winds. Barometric pressure: 1024 mb, rising.
Forecast: The 17th and 18th will be mild, with sunny skies and highs of 11-13°C. The 19th brings cooler conditions, with overcast skies and possible evening showers as temperatures dip to 8°C.
Wardrobe: A warm coat is necessary for early mornings, but lighter layers can be worn during the day.
Trivia: Sudbury is no stranger to early snowfalls in October, but this week’s weather offers a welcome delay before the winter storms arrive.
Sunrise: 7:48 AM | Sunset: 6:43 PM
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Current Conditions: 4°C, partly cloudy. Winds calm. Barometric pressure: 1026 mb, steady.
Forecast: Partly sunny skies will dominate on the 17th and 18th, with highs reaching 12°C. Showers are expected late on the 19th as temperatures cool to 9°C.
Wardrobe: Layers and a windproof jacket will be needed for the breezy days ahead.
Trivia: Sault Ste. Marie often sees its first measurable snow in late October, though historically, the earliest snow on record came in mid-October.
Sunrise: 8:06 AM | Sunset: 6:55 PM
Thunder Bay, ON
Current Conditions: 2°C, clear skies. Barometric pressure: 1029 mb, steady.
Forecast: A sunny period is expected with highs around 15°C on the 17th and 18th. Clouds will increase on the 19th, with a slight chance of showers overnight, and temperatures will fall to 11°C during the day.
Wardrobe: Light jackets for the daytime will suffice, though a warmer coat is needed for cooler evenings.
Trivia: Thunder Bay holds the record for Ontario’s coldest temperature in October, with a frigid -20°C recorded in 1939.
Sunrise: 8:13 AM | Sunset: 6:53 PM
Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
Current Conditions: 3°C, partly cloudy with light winds. Barometric pressure: 1023 mb, steady.
Forecast: Clear skies will prevail on the 17th and 18th, with daytime highs reaching 11°C. Clouds will increase on the 19th, and there’s a slight chance of showers by evening. Temperatures will stay around 10°C during the day, falling to 2°C overnight.
Wardrobe: A warm jacket is recommended for mornings, while a lighter layer will be more suitable during the day.
Trivia: Winnipeg’s October weather is known for its rapid changes, with record highs of 30°C and record lows of -20°C both possible in the same month.
Sunrise: 7:57 AM | Sunset: 6:40 PM
Churchill, MB
Current Conditions: -1°C, overcast. Winds from the northeast at 20 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1024 mb, rising.
Forecast: Snow is expected on the 17th, with a high of 0°C. The 18th will bring a brief break in the precipitation before more snow showers arrive on the 19th, with temperatures dropping to -3°C.
Wardrobe: Full winter gear is essential, including heavy jackets, gloves, and boots to handle the snow and sub-zero temperatures.
Trivia: Churchill is often referred to as the “Polar Bear Capital of the World,” and October marks the beginning of peak bear-viewing season as the animals head out onto the ice.
Sunrise: 8:04 AM | Sunset: 6:30 PM
Saskatchewan
Regina, SK
Current Conditions: 4°C, clear skies. Winds calm. Barometric pressure: 1025 mb, steady.
Forecast: The 17th and 18th will see sunny skies with highs of 12-14°C. On the 19th, cloud cover will increase, and a slight chance of evening rain is expected, with temperatures around 11°C.
Wardrobe: Layered clothing will be necessary to stay warm in the cooler mornings, but lighter jackets can be worn during the warmer afternoons.
Trivia: Regina’s October weather can swing from warm and sunny to snowy within a few days, and historically, the city has seen blizzards as early as mid-October.
Sunrise: 7:48 AM | Sunset: 6:32 PM
Saskatoon, SK
Current Conditions: 3°C, partly cloudy. Winds light from the north at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1026 mb, rising.
Forecast: Clear skies are expected on the 17th and 18th, with highs around 11°C. Clouds will build by the 19th, and there’s a chance of showers in the evening, with temperatures dropping to 8°C.
Wardrobe: Dress warmly in layers for the cooler mornings, but a light jacket should be fine during the daytime.
Trivia: Saskatoon often experiences an early October frost, but this year’s mild stretch is allowing for a longer-than-usual fall season.
Sunrise: 7:49 AM | Sunset: 6:33 PM
Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Current Conditions: 3°C, partly cloudy. Winds from the west at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1021 mb, rising.
Forecast: Sunshine will dominate the 17th and 18th, with highs around 13°C. On the 19th, expect increasing clouds and a chance of showers late in the day, with highs of 10°C.
Wardrobe: Layers and a light jacket will be ideal for the sunny days, while a warmer coat may be needed by the 19th.
Trivia: Edmonton has experienced snowfalls as early as September, though this October has been unseasonably warm and dry.
Sunrise: 7:59 AM | Sunset: 6:43 PM
Fort McMurray, AB
Current Conditions: 0°C, clear skies. Winds from the northeast at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1024 mb, steady.
Forecast: Clear skies and crisp conditions will continue, with highs reaching 9°C on the 17th and 18th. Clouds will roll in by the 19th, bringing a chance of snow flurries by evening as temperatures drop to -1°C.
Wardrobe: Winter jackets and gloves will be necessary for the cold nights, while lighter jackets will work during the sunny afternoons.
Trivia: Fort McMurray is accustomed to early snowfalls, with October often marking the beginning of the snow season.
Sunrise: 8:13 AM | Sunset: 6:49 PM
Calgary, AB
Current Conditions: 5°C, partly cloudy with light winds. Barometric pressure: 1019 mb, steady.
Forecast: Expect sunny skies and mild conditions, with temperatures reaching 14°C on both the 17th and 18th. Clouds will increase on the 19th, with a chance of showers in the evening, and temperatures cooling to 12°C.
Wardrobe: Layer up in the cool mornings, but lighter jackets and sweaters will suffice in the warm afternoons.
Trivia: Calgary is known for its Chinook winds, which can raise temperatures dramatically even in the middle of winter. This warm stretch is a reminder of how unpredictable Calgary’s weather can be.
Sunrise: 7:54 AM | Sunset: 6:41 PM
British Columbia
Kamloops, BC
Current Conditions: 7°C, clear skies. Winds calm. Barometric pressure: 1020 mb, steady.
Forecast: The 17th and 18th will bring sunny skies and mild temperatures, with highs around 16°C. Clouds will increase on the 19th, but no precipitation is expected, with temperatures holding steady at 14°C.
Wardrobe: Light layers are perfect for the warm afternoons, though a sweater or jacket will be needed in the cool mornings.
Trivia: Kamloops enjoys a semi-arid climate, making it one of the sunniest cities in British Columbia, with October often bringing long stretches of dry weather.
Sunrise: 7:38 AM | Sunset: 6:25 PM
Prince George, BC
Current Conditions: 5°C, overcast. Winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1021 mb, steady.
Forecast: Expect mostly cloudy skies on the 17th and 18th, with highs of 12°C. Rain will arrive by the 19th, with temperatures cooling to 9°C during the day and dropping to near freezing overnight.
Wardrobe: Dress warmly in layers and have a waterproof jacket ready for the rainy 19th.
Trivia: Prince George is often one of the first cities in southern British Columbia to experience snow, and while snow is unlikely this week, colder temperatures are creeping in.
Sunrise: 7:51 AM | Sunset: 6:32 PM
Vancouver, BC
Current Conditions: 10°C, cloudy with light rain. Winds from the southwest at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1017 mb, falling.
Forecast: The rain will continue on the 17th, with a high of 13°C. Skies will clear on the 18th, bringing sunny conditions and temperatures around 14°C. The 19th will be mostly cloudy again, with a high of 12°C.
Wardrobe: Waterproof gear is essential today, but a lighter jacket will suffice once the rain clears on the 18th.
Trivia: Vancouver’s October weather is notorious for heavy rainfall, averaging over 100 mm during the month, making it one of the wettest cities in Canada.
Sunrise: 7:42 AM | Sunset: 6:28 PM
Victoria, BC
Current Conditions: 11°C, overcast with light rain. Winds from the southeast at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1018 mb, falling.
Forecast: Expect rain on the 17th, with winds picking up slightly as temperatures reach 13°C. The 18th will bring a sunny break, with highs around 15°C, before clouds return on the 19th.
Wardrobe: Rain jackets and waterproof footwear are needed for today, but lighter clothing will suffice on the drier 18th.
Trivia: Victoria holds the title of the mildest climate in Canada, with average fall temperatures hovering around 12°C, making it an attractive destination year-round.
Sunrise: 7:40 AM | Sunset: 6:27 PM
Yukon
Dawson City, YT
Current Conditions: -2°C, clear skies. Winds calm. Barometric pressure: 1028 mb, rising.
Forecast: Expect cold, clear conditions through the 17th and 18th, with highs of 2-3°C. Snow is expected to arrive on the 19th, with temperatures falling to -4°C.
Wardrobe: Winter coats, gloves, and hats are necessary for the freezing temperatures, especially with snow arriving by the end of the week.
Trivia: Dawson City is known for its frigid autumn temperatures, and by late October, snow cover is usually well established.
Sunrise: 9:07 AM | Sunset: 6:51 PM
Northwest Territories
Yellowknife, NWT
Current Conditions: -4°C, clear skies. Winds from the northeast at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1029 mb, steady.
Forecast: Cold but clear weather will dominate the 17th and 18th, with daytime highs of 0°C. Snow is expected on the 19th, with temperatures falling to -5°C overnight.
Wardrobe: Heavy winter gear, including parkas, gloves, and hats, is required as cold air grips the area.
Trivia: Yellowknife is known for its bitterly cold winters, and by mid-October, the city is usually preparing for the deep freeze that follows.
Sunrise: 8:35 AM | Sunset: 6:29 PM
Nunavut
Alert, NU
Current Conditions: -12°C, clear skies. Winds from the northeast at 25 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1031 mb, steady.
Forecast: Cold and clear conditions will persist, with highs of -10°C. Winds will pick up on the 19th, making temperatures feel even colder, with a chance of light snow flurries.
Wardrobe: Extreme cold weather gear is essential, including heavy-duty parkas, insulated boots, and thermal layers.
Trivia: Alert is the northernmost permanently inhabited place on Earth, and by October, it’s well into its long winter, with the polar night fast approaching.
Sunrise: N/A (Polar night approaching)
