Thunder Bay – WEATHER – As the final days of October approach, Northern Ontario is gearing up for chilly temperatures, snow showers, and frosty mornings. Here’s your detailed weather forecast for Marten Falls, Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn), Fort Hope, Sachigo Lake, KI (Big Trout Lake), Sandy Lake, Pikangikum, Cat Lake, Kasabonika Lake, Neskantaga (Landsdowne House), Summer Beaver, Peawanuck, and Attawapiskat from October 22 to October 24, 2024.
Marten Falls (Ogoki Post)
Current Conditions: Cloudy skies, 1°C, with light northwest winds at 12 km/h. Barometric pressure is holding at 1018 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Cloudy with light snow flurries in the afternoon, high of 2°C. Overnight frost as temperatures dip to -4°C.
- October 23-24: Clearer skies but cold, highs of 1°C with lows around -6°C overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy coats, gloves, and scarves are needed for frosty mornings.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)
Current Conditions: -1°C with overcast skies and northwest winds at 20 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1020 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Snow flurries with highs near 1°C, low of -5°C overnight.
- October 23-24: Cold with clearer skies, highs around -2°C and lows dipping to -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Full winter gear including heavy jackets and insulated boots.
Fort Hope (Eabametoong)
Current Conditions: 1°C with light winds from the northwest and overcast skies. Barometric pressure at 1017 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Light snow in the morning, high of 2°C. Overnight frost expected with lows of -4°C.
- October 23-24: Cold and clear, with highs around 1°C and overnight lows falling to -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Bundle up with warm jackets and hats, especially for the frosty mornings.
Sachigo Lake
Current Conditions: 0°C, overcast skies with northwest winds at 12 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1019 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Snow showers continue, high of 2°C, overnight low of -5°C with frost.
- October 23-24: Clear skies but cold, highs around 1°C and lows dropping to -6°C at night.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy coats and gloves are essential to keep warm in the frosty air.
KI (Big Trout Lake)
Current Conditions: Overcast, 1°C with northwest winds at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure 1020 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Snow showers expected, high of 2°C, frost overnight as lows dip to -5°C.
- October 23-24: Clear skies with temperatures staying below freezing, with lows around -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated coats and gloves to brace against the frost and wind.
Sandy Lake
Current Conditions: Cloudy with a temperature of 1°C, winds from the northwest at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1018 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Snow flurries, high of 2°C, overnight frost as lows reach -4°C.
- October 23-24: Clear skies but remaining cold, with highs around 1°C and lows of -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter boots and layered clothing to manage the frosty mornings and cold evenings.
Pikangikum
Current Conditions: 0°C, cloudy skies with northwest winds at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1016 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Snow flurries in the afternoon, high of 2°C, with overnight lows around -4°C.
- October 23-24: Cold and clear, with temperatures dropping to -5°C at night.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Warm jackets, hats, and gloves are essential for the coming frost.
Cat Lake
Current Conditions: 1°C, overcast with light winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1017 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Cloudy with snow, high of 2°C, frost expected overnight with lows near -5°C.
- October 23-24: Mostly clear skies but temperatures remaining cold, highs of 1°C and overnight lows around -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated boots and gloves will keep you warm during the frosty nights.
Kasabonika Lake
Current Conditions: Overcast skies, 0°C with light northwest winds. Barometric pressure is steady at 1019 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Snow flurries with a high of 2°C, overnight lows near -4°C.
- October 23-24: Clear and cold, highs around 1°C and overnight lows dropping to -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy outerwear and scarves to brace for frost.
Neskantaga (Landsdowne House)
Current Conditions: 0°C, cloudy skies with winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1020 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Snow showers, high of 2°C, frost expected overnight with lows around -4°C.
- October 23-24: Cold and clear, with highs of 1°C and overnight lows dipping to -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered clothing with warm boots to manage the frosty mornings.
Summer Beaver
Current Conditions: -1°C, overcast with northwest winds at 12 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1017 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Light snow flurries, highs of 2°C, frost forming overnight as lows reach -5°C.
- October 23-24: Cold with clear skies, highs of 1°C, lows around -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated coats and winter gear will be needed to handle the chilly temperatures.
Peawanuck
Current Conditions: -2°C, cloudy with northwest winds at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1018 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Snow, highs near 1°C, with overnight lows dropping to -6°C.
- October 23-24: Clear skies with colder conditions, highs near 0°C, lows dipping to -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Full winter gear is a must as snow and frost take hold.
Attawapiskat
Current Conditions: 0°C, cloudy with light winds. Barometric pressure is steady at 1019 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 22: Light snow with a high of 2°C, frost forming overnight as lows drop to -5°C.
- October 23-24: Clear skies but cold, with highs near 1°C and lows reaching -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy coats, scarves, and gloves are necessary to deal with the frost and cold winds.
Weather Trivia: Did you know that Fort Severn recorded one of Ontario’s coldest October days, dropping to -22°C in 1975? Meanwhile, Kasabonika Lake had one of its earliest snowfalls on October 11, 1983, with temperatures plunging to -20°C!
