Weather Outlook Heading to the Weekend
THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Canada braces for a range of weather conditions over the coming days, with winter storms hitting northern and western regions, while milder but wet conditions dominate the Atlantic and Pacific coasts.
There are no weather alerts or warnings in effect this morning (As of 5:30am) for the reported communities. There was a fog advisory for southeast Manitoba issued last night that will likely impact highway travel.
Atlantic Canada
St. John’s, Newfoundland
Current Conditions: Overcast, drizzle, 4°C, barometric pressure 1005 hPa, southeast winds at 20 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:08 AM
- Sunset: 4:30 PM
Forecast: Rain dominates Thursday, clearing late in the evening. Friday and Saturday bring mostly cloudy skies with highs near 5°C and lows around 1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof jackets and sturdy boots.
Trivia: St. John’s frequently experiences gale-force winds in November, making it one of Canada’s windiest cities.
Saint John, New Brunswick
Current Conditions: Cloudy, 3°C, barometric pressure 1010 hPa, southeast winds at 15 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:17 AM
- Sunset: 4:43 PM
Forecast: Rain continues Thursday, clearing by Friday morning. Partly sunny skies are expected Saturday, with highs of 5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing and rain-resistant gear.
Trivia: Fog frequently blankets Saint John during November, particularly in the mornings.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Current Conditions: Mist, 6°C, barometric pressure 1012 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:14 AM
- Sunset: 4:44 PM
Forecast: Thursday brings rain, tapering off by evening. Friday and Saturday remain mostly dry, with daytime highs near 8°C and lows of 3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: A warm coat and rainproof accessories for rainy periods.
Trivia: Halifax’s maritime climate often delays heavy snowfall until late November.
Quebec
Quebec City
Current Conditions: Light snow, 1°C, barometric pressure 1017 hPa, northeast winds at 10 km/h.
- Sunrise: 6:52 AM
- Sunset: 4:09 PM
Forecast: Snow transitions to light rain Thursday afternoon, with highs near 3°C. Friday and Saturday bring cooler conditions, with highs around 1°C and lows of -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated boots and waterproof jackets.
Trivia: Quebec City transforms into a winter wonderland by mid-November as snowfall increases.
Montreal
Current Conditions: Cloudy, 3°C, barometric pressure 1018 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 6:57 AM
- Sunset: 4:20 PM
Forecast: Rain develops Thursday evening, with daytime highs near 4°C. Friday clears slightly, while Saturday remains cool and dry with highs of 5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof outerwear for rain and lighter layers for dry periods.
Trivia: November’s alternating snow and rain in Montreal can create slick streets, requiring caution.
Ontario
Toronto
Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, 5°C, barometric pressure 1016 hPa, southwest winds at 12 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:02 AM
- Sunset: 4:48 PM
Forecast: Thursday brings light rain in the afternoon, clearing overnight. Friday and Saturday remain partly sunny, with highs near 8°C and lows of 0°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layers and rain jackets.
Trivia: Toronto’s November often sees its first snow by month’s end, but early precipitation is typically rain.
Greater Sudbury
Current Conditions: Overcast, 1°C, barometric pressure 1018 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:19 AM
- Sunset: 4:45 PM
Forecast: Light snow early Thursday, becoming cloudy. Friday and Saturday remain cool, with highs around 2°C and lows near -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter coats and waterproof boots.
Trivia: Greater Sudbury’s extensive network of trails often transitions to snowshoe-friendly paths by late November.
Thunder Bay
Current Conditions: Clear, -6°C, barometric pressure 1025 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:37 AM
- Sunset: 4:43 PM
Forecast: Sunny skies Thursday, with highs near 4°C. Friday brings increasing clouds, with a slight chance of drizzle. Saturday clears again, with highs around 5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing for frosty mornings, transitioning to lighter jackets by afternoon.
Trivia: Thunder Bay’s inland location leads to early frosts, but significant snow often holds off until later in November.
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Current Conditions: Light snow, -8°C, barometric pressure 1020 hPa, northwest winds at 10 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:34 AM
- Sunset: 4:42 PM
Forecast: Snow flurries taper off Thursday morning, with clearing skies into Saturday. Highs stay near -5°C, with lows dropping to -12°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy coats, insulated gloves, and snow boots are essential.
Trivia: Winnipeg typically sees sustained snowpack by mid-November, marking the true onset of winter.
Churchill
Current Conditions: Blowing snow, -17°C, barometric pressure 1030 hPa, north winds at 25 km/h.
- Sunrise: 8:16 AM
- Sunset: 3:58 PM
Forecast: Blizzard conditions ease Thursday. Friday and Saturday remain partly cloudy, with highs near -16°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Arctic gear and windproof layers.
Trivia: Churchill is the polar bear capital of the world, with bears often spotted in November.
Saskatchewan
Regina
Current Conditions: Overcast, -7°C, barometric pressure 1022 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:39 AM
- Sunset: 4:53 PM
Forecast: Thursday is clear with highs near -4°C. Friday brings light snow late in the day. Saturday clears, with highs near -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated jackets and gloves for frosty weather.
Trivia: Regina often records its first significant snowfall by mid-November, blanketing the prairies.
Saskatoon
Current Conditions: Clear, -8°C, barometric pressure 1024 hPa, light winds.
- Sunrise: 7:41 AM
- Sunset: 4:52 PM
Forecast: Thursday is sunny but cold, with highs near -6°C. Friday brings light snow, tapering Saturday morning.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing with thermal gloves.
Trivia: Saskatoon frequently sees temperatures dip below -10°C by mid-November.
Alberta
Calgary
Current Conditions: Clear, -2°C, barometric pressure 1021 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:42 AM
- Sunset: 4:50 PM
Forecast: Sunny Thursday, with highs near 3°C. Friday sees increasing clouds, with flurries overnight. Saturday remains partly cloudy, with highs near 1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter jackets for cool mornings, with lighter layers for milder afternoons.
Trivia: Calgary’s dramatic temperature changes are often driven by Chinook winds, common in November.
Edmonton
Current Conditions: Cloudy, -6°C, barometric pressure 1022 hPa, northwest winds at 12 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:50 AM
- Sunset: 4:47 PM
Forecast: Partly sunny skies dominate Thursday. Friday and Saturday see increasing cloud cover, with highs near -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter coats and insulated boots.
Trivia: Edmonton’s November features some of Canada’s longest-lasting snowpacks due to sustained low temperatures.
Fort McMurray
Current Conditions: Snow, -12°C, barometric pressure 1030 hPa, light winds.
- Sunrise: 8:05 AM
- Sunset: 4:42 PM
Forecast: Snow clears Thursday afternoon. Friday and Saturday remain partly sunny, with highs near -10°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Arctic gear for frigid mornings.
Trivia: Fort McMurray’s November is defined by biting winds and heavy snow.
British Columbia
Kamloops
Current Conditions: Overcast, 3°C, barometric pressure 1012 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:14 AM
- Sunset: 4:28 PM
Forecast: Thursday and Friday see a mix of rain and snow, tapering off Saturday with highs near 5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof boots and jackets.
Trivia: Kamloops often records freezing rain in mid-November due to temperature swings.
Prince George
Current Conditions: Snow, -3°C, barometric pressure 1020 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:27 AM
- Sunset: 4:18 PM
Forecast: Snow continues Thursday, clearing Friday with highs near -2°C. Saturday remains partly sunny.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter boots and insulated outerwear.
Trivia: Prince George often experiences heavy, wet snow in November.
Victoria
Current Conditions: Rain, 9°C, barometric pressure 1006 hPa, southeast winds at 30 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:21 AM
- Sunset: 4:33 PM
Forecast: Rain dominates Thursday, tapering by Friday morning. Saturday remains mild with highs near 11°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof boots and umbrellas.
Trivia: Victoria’s November is rainy but warmer compared to most Canadian cities.
Vancouver
Current Conditions: Rain, 10°C, barometric pressure 1006 hPa, southeast winds at 30 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:21 AM
- Sunset: 4:33 PM
Forecast: Rain persists Thursday, tapering by Friday morning. Saturday brings mild conditions, with highs near 11°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof gear is essential for navigating Vancouver’s rainiest month.
Trivia: Vancouver averages over 20 rainy days in November, making it the wettest month of the year.
Northern Canada
Yellowknife
Current Conditions: Snow, -15°C, barometric pressure 1028 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 9:00 AM
- Sunset: 3:45 PM
Forecast: Snow clears Thursday, with sunny skies into Saturday. Highs remain near -14°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Arctic-rated gear.
Trivia: Yellowknife’s November sees daylight shrink to less than seven hours.
Alert
Current Conditions: Blowing snow, -29°C, barometric pressure 1030 hPa, north winds at 25 km/h.
- Sunrise/Sunset: Polar night – no sunlight
Forecast: Winds ease Thursday, with highs of -30°C persisting into Saturday.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full Arctic gear, including windproof masks.
Trivia: November in Alert marks the start of months of total darkness.
