Thunder Bay = Weather – As we move deeper into October, Northern Ontario braces for cold temperatures and light snow across many of its First Nations communities. Here’s a detailed weather report for Marten Falls, Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn), Fort Hope, Sachigo Lake, Big Trout Lake (KI), Sandy Lake, Pikangikum, Cat Lake, Kasabonika Lake, Neskantaga, Peawanuck, and Attawapiskat.
Marten Falls (Ogoki Post)
- Current Conditions: Overcast, 1°C with light northwest winds at 12 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1019 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Expect partly cloudy skies with occasional snow flurries. Daytime highs will hover around 2-3°C, while nighttime lows will dip to -5°C with frost likely.
- Sunrise: 8:10 AM
Sunset: 6:45 PM - Wardrobe Tip: Medium to heavy coats, gloves, and boots are essential to keep warm in the frosty mornings.
- Trivia: Marten Falls often sees its first snowfall around mid-October, with cold winds starting the winter chill early.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)
- Current Conditions: Snow, -2°C, with winds from the north at 20 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1024 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Snow will continue through the 20th with accumulations of up to 5 cm. Daytime temperatures will stay near -3°C, with overnight lows plunging to -8°C.
- Sunrise: 8:25 AM
Sunset: 6:55 PM - Wardrobe Tip: Full winter gear is required, including insulated coats and boots. The cold winds off Hudson Bay make conditions feel even chillier.
- Trivia: Fort Severn holds the record for one of Ontario’s coldest October days, hitting -18°C in 1976!
Fort Hope (Eabametoong)
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, 1°C with light winds. Barometric pressure: 1017 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Expect overcast skies with some snow flurries, especially on the 21st. Temperatures will range from 2°C during the day to -5°C overnight.
- Sunrise: 8:05 AM
Sunset: 6:45 PM - Wardrobe Tip: A winter jacket, gloves, and boots will be needed, especially during the frosty mornings and evenings.
- Trivia: Fort Hope often sees early October snowfalls, with measurable snow falling as early as October 7 in 1991.
Sachigo Lake
- Current Conditions: Overcast, 0°C with light winds. Barometric pressure: 1018 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Snow showers are expected, with accumulations of 3-5 cm by the 21st. Daytime highs will hover around 1°C, and nighttime lows will reach -6°C.
- Sunrise: 8:12 AM
Sunset: 6:55 PM - Wardrobe Tip: Heavy winter gear will be essential to protect against snow and cold winds.
- Trivia: Sachigo Lake is no stranger to October snow, often recording snowfall by mid-month.
Big Trout Lake (KI)
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, -2°C with light northeast winds at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure: 1023 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Snowfall is likely on the 20th, with up to 5 cm of accumulation. Temperatures will peak at 0°C during the day and fall to -6°C at night.
- Sunrise: 8:20 AM
Sunset: 6:58 PM - Wardrobe Tip: Full winter gear will be required, especially with heavy snow expected and cold winds.
- Trivia: Big Trout Lake saw its coldest October temperature of -15°C on October 10, 1975.
Sandy Lake
- Current Conditions: Overcast, 1°C, with light winds. Barometric pressure: 1022 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Snow will persist through the 20th, with temperatures staying near freezing during the day and dropping to -4°C overnight.
- Sunrise: 8:16 AM
Sunset: 6:53 PM - Wardrobe Tip: A winter jacket and waterproof boots will be necessary due to snow and slush.
- Trivia: Sandy Lake often sees early October snowfalls, with its earliest recorded snow on October 5, 1992.
Pikangikum
- Current Conditions: 0°C, overcast with light northwest winds. Barometric pressure: 1020 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Snow flurries expected throughout the weekend, with highs around 1°C and lows dipping to -5°C.
- Sunrise: 8:08 AM
Sunset: 6:51 PM - Wardrobe Tip: Layered winter clothing and boots will be essential.
- Trivia: Pikangikum’s proximity to the Berens River contributes to its early snowfalls.
Cat Lake
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, 1°C with calm winds. Barometric pressure: 1019 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Light snow flurries will persist, with daytime highs of 2°C and nighttime lows of -5°C.
- Sunrise: 8:10 AM
Sunset: 6:52 PM - Wardrobe Tip: Insulated jackets and gloves will be essential for dealing with frosty mornings.
- Trivia: Cat Lake recorded its first measurable October snow on October 7, 1986.
Kasabonika Lake
- Current Conditions: Overcast, 0°C with light winds from the northeast. Barometric pressure: 1020 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Snow will accumulate through the weekend, with highs of 1°C and lows around -6°C.
- Sunrise: 8:12 AM
Sunset: 6:57 PM - Wardrobe Tip: Full winter attire, including heavy jackets and waterproof boots, will be needed.
- Trivia: Kasabonika often sees heavy snow accumulation by mid-October due to its northern location.
Neskantaga (Landsdowne House)
- Current Conditions: Overcast, 0°C with light northeast winds. Barometric pressure: 1021 hPa.
- October 20-22 Forecast: Snow flurries throughout the weekend, with highs of 1°C and lows around -6°C at night.
- Sunrise: 8:10 AM
Sunset: 6:50 PM - Wardrobe Tip: Heavy coats, gloves, and boots will be needed for the frosty and snowy weather.
- Trivia: Neskantaga often transitions into winter by late October with significant snowfalls.
