Thunder Bay – WEATHER – As Northwestern Ontario heads into the first weekend of November, temperatures are dipping into the single digits and below-freezing at night.
Expect mostly cloudy skies, periodic sunshine, and light snow in some areas.
This report provides a detailed forecast for November 8 through November 10, 2024, for Kenora, Dryden, Fort Frances, Atikokan, Sioux Lookout, Pickle Lake, Red Lake, Ear Falls, Nipigon, Terrace Bay, and Armstrong.
Residents are advised to bundle up, as cooler nights and intermittent snow flurries are expected in certain areas.
Kenora
November 8: Kenora is experiencing mostly cloudy skies with a high of 6°C and light northwest winds at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure is at 1015 hPa, steady throughout the day. Sunrise is at 7:22 AM, and sunset is at 4:50 PM.
November 9-10: Saturday will bring a mix of sun and clouds with a high near 7°C, while Sunday could see occasional snow flurries, with daytime highs around 4°C and nighttime lows reaching -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered clothing, including a medium-weight jacket and gloves, is suitable for the fluctuating temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Kenora’s November weather can vary significantly, often seeing the first significant snowfall by mid-month.
Dryden
November 8: Dryden will have mostly cloudy skies with intermittent sunshine, a high of 5°C, and calm northwest winds at 10 km/h. The barometric pressure is steady at 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:17 AM, and sunset is at 4:48 PM.
November 9-10: Clear skies are expected on Saturday, with highs reaching 6°C. Sunday may bring a chance of snow, with temperatures around 4°C and lows near -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A light winter jacket for daytime and additional layers for the colder evenings will keep you comfortable.
Weather Trivia: Dryden typically sees its first snow accumulation by early November, though warmer spells like this one can occasionally delay it.
Fort Frances
November 8: Fort Frances is mostly cloudy with a high of 6°C and light west winds at 10 km/h. The barometric pressure stands at 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:16 AM, and sunset is at 4:55 PM.
November 9-10: Saturday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, with a high around 7°C, while Sunday may see light snow, with temperatures dropping to 2°C at night.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Medium-weight layers with a warm coat and gloves for evenings.
Weather Trivia: November is known for frequent freeze-thaw cycles in Fort Frances, with conditions shifting quickly.
Atikokan
November 8: Atikokan has partly cloudy skies with a high of 5°C. Winds are calm, with a barometric pressure of 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:18 AM, and sunset is at 5:00 PM.
November 9-10: Mostly clear skies on Saturday will bring a high of 7°C, while Sunday’s forecast calls for light snow with temperatures falling to 2°C at night.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A medium-weight coat is ideal for daytime, with extra layers for chilly evenings.
Weather Trivia: November in Atikokan often brings the first sustained snowfall, with conditions gradually cooling.
Sioux Lookout
November 8: Sioux Lookout is experiencing cloudy skies with a high of 5°C, light northwest winds at 10 km/h, and a steady barometric pressure of 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:20 AM, and sunset is at 5:03 PM.
November 9-10: Saturday’s skies will clear, with temperatures reaching 6°C. Snow flurries are expected on Sunday, with highs around 3°C and lows near -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A warm jacket and gloves for the early morning cold and evening chill.
Weather Trivia: Sioux Lookout’s November temperatures can vary, with consistent snow cover forming later in the month.
Pickle Lake
November 8: Pickle Lake has mostly cloudy skies with light snow flurries and a high of 3°C. Winds are calm, and the barometric pressure is at 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset is at 5:06 PM.
November 9-10: Saturday will see clearer skies, with a high around 4°C. Snow is expected on Sunday, with highs near 2°C and lows dropping to -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter outerwear, including gloves and an insulated coat, will be necessary for cold days and nights.
Weather Trivia: November typically brings snow accumulation to Pickle Lake, with conditions gradually cooling into the deep winter months.
Red Lake and Ear Falls
November 8: Red Lake and Ear Falls are seeing mostly cloudy skies with light snow flurries and a temperature around 4°C. Winds are calm, with a barometric pressure of 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:19 AM, and sunset is at 5:05 PM.
November 9-10: Saturday’s skies will be mostly clear, with highs around 5°C. Snow may arrive Sunday afternoon, with daytime highs near 3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered winter clothing, including a medium-weight coat and gloves, is suitable.
Weather Trivia: Red Lake and Ear Falls generally see their first substantial snowfall by November, which remains through the winter.
Nipigon
November 8: Nipigon is experiencing mostly cloudy skies with a high of 4°C, light northwest winds, and a steady barometric pressure of 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:21 AM, and sunset is at 5:10 PM.
November 9-10: Clear skies are expected on Saturday, with temperatures around 5°C, while Sunday may see light snow and a high of 2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Warm layers and a winter jacket for the cooler weather.
Weather Trivia: Lake-effect snow in Nipigon can cause sudden flurries, especially as temperatures drop in late November.
Terrace Bay
November 8: Terrace Bay is under mostly cloudy skies with a temperature high of 4°C, calm winds, and a barometric pressure reading of 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:22 AM, and sunset is at 5:12 PM.
November 9-10: Saturday will bring clear skies with a high near 5°C. Snow may arrive Sunday afternoon, with a high of 3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A medium-weight coat and gloves are ideal for the daytime, with extra warmth needed for the colder nights.
Weather Trivia: November in Terrace Bay often brings lake-effect snow due to its proximity to Lake Superior.
Armstrong
November 8: Armstrong is experiencing mostly cloudy skies with a high of 3°C and light northwest winds at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is at 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:23 AM, and sunset is at 5:15 PM.
November 9-10: Saturday will be clear and sunny, with a high near 4°C. Snow showers may arrive by Sunday, with daytime highs around 2°C and lows reaching -6°C at night.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered winter clothing, including a heavier jacket and gloves, is necessary for the cold.
Weather Trivia: Armstrong’s snow depth typically begins increasing steadily by mid-November, marking the transition to winter.
