Winter weather continues to affect Canada from coast to coast to coast, with rain, snow, and dropping temperatures dominating the forecast. This report provides detailed weather updates for ALL communities listed, including any weather warnings, current conditions, barometric pressure, wind conditions, and sunrise and sunset times. Wardrobe suggestions and historical weather trivia are also included for each city.
Atlantic Canada
St. John’s, Newfoundland
Current Conditions: Drizzle, 5°C, barometric pressure 1007 hPa, southeast winds at 20 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:11 AM
- Sunset: 4:28 PM
Forecast: Friday features rain easing into the evening. The weekend remains cool with highs near 6°C and partly cloudy skies.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof outerwear and sturdy boots.
Trivia: November winds in St. John’s frequently exceed 60 km/h, making it one of Canada’s windiest cities.
Saint John, New Brunswick
Current Conditions: Cloudy, 4°C, barometric pressure 1015 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:19 AM
- Sunset: 4:42 PM
Forecast: Periods of rain on Friday morning, clearing by evening. Saturday and Sunday remain mild and dry, with highs near 6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing for varying conditions.
Trivia: Saint John often experiences thick morning fog due to temperature inversions in November.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Current Conditions: Rain, 7°C, barometric pressure 1010 hPa, light southwest winds.
- Sunrise: 7:15 AM
- Sunset: 4:42 PM
Forecast: Rain tapers off late Friday, with partly sunny conditions over the weekend. Highs will reach 8°C with lows near 3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof jackets and umbrellas for rainy days.
Trivia: Halifax receives over 100 mm of rain in November, marking one of its wettest months.
Quebec
Quebec City
Current Conditions: Light snow, 1°C, barometric pressure 1018 hPa, northeast winds at 10 km/h.
- Sunrise: 6:55 AM
- Sunset: 4:08 PM
Forecast: Snow transitions to light rain Friday morning, with daytime highs near 2°C. The weekend cools slightly, with highs near 0°C and occasional flurries.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated and waterproof outerwear.
Trivia: Quebec City often sees icy conditions in November due to alternating snow and rain.
Montreal
Current Conditions: Overcast, 2°C, barometric pressure 1019 hPa, northwest winds at 10 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:00 AM
- Sunset: 4:20 PM
Forecast: Rain begins Friday evening, clearing by early Saturday. Highs hover near 3°C, with lows of -1°C. Sunday remains cloudy with a high of 2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing and rain-resistant shoes.
Trivia: November marks the start of Montreal’s icy street conditions, often leading to early winter accidents.
Ontario
Toronto
Current Conditions: Cloudy, 4°C, barometric pressure 1015 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:05 AM
- Sunset: 4:48 PM
Forecast: Rain on Friday afternoon, tapering by evening. Saturday and Sunday remain mild, with highs near 7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Light jackets and umbrellas.
Trivia: Toronto’s November is typically characterized by frequent rain rather than snow due to Lake Ontario’s moderating effects.
Thunder Bay
Current Conditions: Clear, 1°C, barometric pressure 1018 hPa, west winds at 12 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:39 AM
- Sunset: 4:41 PM
Forecast: Partly cloudy Friday, with highs of 9°C. Saturday and Sunday cool to 5°C with overnight lows near -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Warm jackets and sturdy footwear for chilly mornings.
Trivia: Thunder Bay’s inland climate often delays major snowfalls until late November.
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Current Conditions: Light snow, -6°C, barometric pressure 1020 hPa, northwest winds at 10 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:37 AM
- Sunset: 4:41 PM
Forecast: Friday and Saturday are partly sunny with highs near -4°C. Sunday sees increasing clouds but remains dry.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy coats, scarves, and gloves are essential.
Trivia: Winnipeg often establishes a permanent snowpack by mid-November.
Churchill
Current Conditions: Blowing snow, -18°C, barometric pressure 1035 hPa, north winds at 30 km/h.
- Sunrise: 8:19 AM
- Sunset: 3:55 PM
Forecast: Blizzard conditions ease Friday evening. Saturday and Sunday remain cold and partly cloudy, with highs near -15°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Arctic-rated outerwear and windproof layers.
Trivia: November often brings polar bears closer to Churchill as they await Hudson Bay’s freeze-up.
Saskatchewan
Regina
Current Conditions: Overcast, -5°C, barometric pressure 1023 hPa, light winds.
- Sunrise: 7:42 AM
- Sunset: 4:51 PM
Forecast: Overcast Friday, with highs near -3°C. Light snow develops Saturday night, tapering by Sunday morning.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated jackets and snow boots.
Trivia: Regina’s flat prairie landscape amplifies the wind chill, making November temperatures feel even colder.
Saskatoon
Current Conditions: Cloudy, -6°C, barometric pressure 1024 hPa, northwest winds at 15 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:45 AM
- Sunset: 4:50 PM
Forecast: Clear skies Friday, followed by light snow Saturday night. Sunday clears again, with highs near -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Warm thermal layers and sturdy winter boots.
Trivia: Saskatoon often experiences its first snow cover solidification by mid-November.
Alberta
Edmonton
Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -4°C, barometric pressure 1020 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:50 AM
- Sunset: 4:47 PM
Forecast: Friday sees sunny skies, while the weekend brings increasing cloud cover with highs near -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter jackets and insulated gloves for morning chill.
Trivia: Edmonton’s November often marks the beginning of a consistent snow cover lasting until spring.
Calgary
Current Conditions: Overcast, -3°C, barometric pressure 1018 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:55 AM
- Sunset: 4:54 PM
Forecast: Partly sunny Friday, with mild highs near 3°C. Saturday and Sunday bring increasing clouds but stay dry.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing for fluctuating temperatures.
Trivia: Chinook winds often sweep into Calgary in November, causing dramatic temperature shifts.
British Columbia
Vancouver
Current Conditions: Rain, 10°C, barometric pressure 1008 hPa, southeast winds at 20 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:23 AM
- Sunset: 4:33 PM
Forecast: Rain persists Friday but tapers into partly cloudy skies for the weekend. Highs remain near 11°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof outerwear and sturdy rain boots.
Trivia: Vancouver’s November rainfall often surpasses 200 mm, making it the city’s wettest month.
Prince George
Current Conditions: Snow, -3°C, barometric pressure 1018 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:27 AM
- Sunset: 4:18 PM
Forecast: Friday and Saturday bring snow, with accumulations of 5-10 cm. Sunday sees clearing skies, with highs near -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated clothing and waterproof footwear.
Trivia: Prince George experiences significant wet snow in November due to temperature fluctuations.
Northern Canada
Yellowknife
Current Conditions: Snow, -15°C, barometric pressure 1030 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 9:02 AM
- Sunset: 3:43 PM
Forecast: Snow clears Friday morning, with sunny skies dominating the weekend. Highs near -14°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Arctic-rated outerwear and thermal gloves.
Trivia: Yellowknife’s November daylight shrinks to just six hours.
Alert
Current Conditions: Overcast, -30°C, barometric pressure 1035 hPa, north winds at 20 km/h.
- Sunrise/Sunset: Polar night – no sunlight
Forecast: Frigid conditions persist through the weekend, with highs near -28°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full Arctic gear is essential, including windproof face masks.
Trivia: November in Alert marks the beginning of continuous darkness until February.
