Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Winter weather has settled across Northern Ontario, with cold temperatures, snow flurries, and overcast skies dominating the forecast.
Our morning weather report covers 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 for Friday and into the weekend.
Marten Falls
Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -7°C, barometric pressure 1024 hPa, northwest winds at 15 km/h.
- Sunrise: 7:51 AM
- Sunset: 4:33 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Partly sunny, high of -4°C, low of -9°C overnight.
- November 16: Cloudy skies with light snow developing in the evening. High of -3°C.
- November 17: Light snow tapering off in the morning, high of -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated jackets, gloves, and snow boots for below-freezing temperatures.
Trivia: November snow in Marten Falls marks the start of steady winter accumulation.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)
Current Conditions: Overcast, -14°C, barometric pressure 1032 hPa, light winds.
- Sunrise: 8:24 AM
- Sunset: 4:14 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Clear skies, high of -13°C, dropping to -20°C overnight.
- November 16: Increasing clouds with flurries late in the day. High of -12°C.
- November 17: Snow ending in the morning, high near -10°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Arctic-grade outerwear and thermal gloves are essential.
Trivia: Fort Severn’s November daylight lasts just over eight hours, shrinking daily.
Fort Hope (Eabametoong)
Current Conditions: Overcast, -8°C, barometric pressure 1023 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 7:55 AM
- Sunset: 4:36 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Cloudy with occasional flurries, high near -5°C.
- November 16: Snow showers likely, accumulating 3-5 cm. High near -3°C.
- November 17: Snow tapers off, clearing by late afternoon. High near -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated boots and a waterproof parka are recommended.
Trivia: Fort Hope’s November is known for sudden temperature drops and icy winds.
Sachigo Lake
Current Conditions: Light snow, -9°C, barometric pressure 1026 hPa, northwest winds at 10 km/h.
- Sunrise: 8:02 AM
- Sunset: 4:29 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Intermittent snow flurries, high of -6°C.
- November 16: Snow accumulations of 3-4 cm expected. High near -5°C.
- November 17: Clearing skies late in the day, high near -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Thermal layers, snow boots, and scarves are ideal for the icy conditions.
Trivia: Sachigo Lake frequently experiences snow squalls in November, driven by cold air masses.
KI (Big Trout Lake)
Current Conditions: Snow flurries, -10°C, barometric pressure 1028 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 8:05 AM
- Sunset: 4:31 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Overcast with light snow, high of -8°C.
- November 16: Moderate snow accumulations expected in the evening. High near -7°C.
- November 17: Snow ends by morning, with a high of -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy-duty winter jackets and waterproof gloves.
Trivia: Big Trout Lake’s November snow depth often exceeds 15 cm, creating a wintry wonderland.
Sandy Lake
Current Conditions: Overcast, -8°C, barometric pressure 1025 hPa, northwest winds at 12 km/h.
- Sunrise: 8:01 AM
- Sunset: 4:34 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Snow showers likely in the afternoon. High near -6°C.
- November 16: Cloudy with light snow in the evening. High of -5°C.
- November 17: Clearing skies with a high near -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing and insulated footwear are a must.
Trivia: Sandy Lake often transitions into full winter conditions by mid-November.
Pikangikum
Current Conditions: Overcast, -7°C, barometric pressure 1025 hPa, light winds.
- Sunrise: 7:57 AM
- Sunset: 4:38 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Cloudy with a 30% chance of flurries. High of -5°C.
- November 16: Snow showers likely, accumulating 2-4 cm. High near -3°C.
- November 17: Snow tapering to cloudy skies. High near -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Warm jackets and waterproof snow boots.
Trivia: November often brings Pikangikum’s first significant lake-effect snowfalls.
Kasabonika Lake
Current Conditions: Snow, -10°C, barometric pressure 1027 hPa, calm winds.
- Sunrise: 8:04 AM
- Sunset: 4:32 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Light snow throughout the day, high near -8°C.
- November 16: Cloudy with evening snow showers. High of -7°C.
- November 17: Clearing skies by late afternoon. High of -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Arctic-rated jackets and insulated gloves for snowy conditions.
Trivia: Kasabonika Lake often sees winter snowfall totals climb quickly by November’s midpoint.
Peawanuck
Current Conditions: Overcast, -14°C, barometric pressure 1032 hPa, light winds.
- Sunrise: 8:22 AM
- Sunset: 4:16 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Clear skies, high of -13°C, low of -20°C.
- November 16: Increasing clouds with evening flurries. High near -11°C.
- November 17: Light snow in the morning, clearing by evening. High of -10°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy-duty Arctic gear for windchill and cold.
Trivia: Peawanuck’s polar-like environment brings some of Ontario’s harshest early winter conditions.
Attawapiskat
Current Conditions: Snow showers, -10°C, barometric pressure 1029 hPa, northwest winds at 10 km/h.
- Sunrise: 8:01 AM
- Sunset: 4:19 PM
Forecast:
- November 15: Snow ends in the afternoon, high of -8°C.
- November 16: Cloudy skies with intermittent flurries. High of -7°C.
- November 17: Clearing late in the day, high of -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Windproof outerwear and warm hats for outdoor activities.
Trivia: Snowdrifts in Attawapiskat can grow quickly in November due to frequent wind events.
