THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – As the last stretch of November arrives, winter weather dominates across Canada, with heavy rain in some areas, snowstorms in others, and biting cold temperatures in the north. Cities like Thunder Bay, Vancouver, and Alert are under weather warnings, while parts of the Prairies and British Columbia experience calmer, cold conditions. Here’s a detailed four-day weather report for Canada’s major regions, including current conditions, barometric pressures, wind patterns, and wardrobe suggestions to help you stay prepared.
Atlantic Provinces
St. John’s, Newfoundland
St. John’s faces steady rain on Tuesday, with temperatures around 6°C and easterly winds at 35 km/h. Barometric pressure is falling at 1004 mb. Rain persists into Wednesday but eases by Thursday. Friday brings sunshine and colder conditions, with a high of 5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Waterproof jackets and sturdy boots for the wet midweek conditions, with insulated layers for Friday’s cooler weather.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:24 AM / 4:32 PM
Weather Trivia: St. John’s recorded its wettest November in 1996, with 200 mm of rainfall.
Saint John, New Brunswick
Saint John sees rain on Tuesday, with a high of 7°C and southeast winds gusting to 30 km/h. Rain lingers into Wednesday, but skies clear by Thursday. Friday remains cool but dry, with a high of 3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A warm raincoat and waterproof boots are essential for the rainy period.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:34 AM / 4:35 PM
Weather Trivia: November 1996 was Saint John’s rainiest November on record, with 150 mm of rain.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Halifax experiences rain and mild conditions on Tuesday, with a high of 8°C. Rain continues Wednesday before easing Thursday and Friday, which will be cooler with a high of 4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Waterproof layers are essential midweek, while heavier coats are ideal for cooler days later in the week.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:27 AM / 4:38 PM
Weather Trivia: Halifax recorded its snowiest November in 1956, with 58 cm of snow.
Quebec
Quebec City
Quebec City will see snow showers on Tuesday, with 5 cm of accumulation and temperatures at -1°C. Winds are light, and barometric pressure is rising at 1018 mb. Wednesday and Thursday bring cloudy but dry conditions, with highs around -2°C. Friday will be sunny and cold, with a high of -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated boots, warm jackets, and gloves are essential for managing snow and cold.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:03 AM / 4:11 PM
Weather Trivia: In November 1971, Quebec City experienced a record-breaking snowfall of 30 cm in one day.
Montreal
Montreal begins with light snow on Tuesday, with temperatures at 0°C and northwest winds at 20 km/h. Wednesday transitions to a rain-snow mix, with highs of 3°C. Thursday and Friday will be drier but colder, with highs near 1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Waterproof boots for wet midweek conditions, with layered clothing for the chilly end of the week.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:11 AM / 4:17 PM
Weather Trivia: Montreal recorded its coldest November day at -22.5°C on November 30, 1977.
Ontario
Toronto
Rain will dominate Toronto on Tuesday, with temperatures around 6°C and southeast winds gusting to 30 km/h. Rain eases Wednesday, leaving cloudy skies and a high of 4°C. Thursday and Friday bring partly sunny conditions, with highs near 3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Rainproof outerwear for Tuesday, with heavier coats for the cooler, drier days.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:18 AM / 4:47 PM
Weather Trivia: Toronto’s earliest November snowstorm occurred in 1940, with 31 cm of snow in one day.
Greater Sudbury
Sudbury will see 5 cm of snow on Tuesday, with temperatures reaching -2°C. Cloudy skies dominate Wednesday and Thursday, with highs near -3°C. Friday brings sunshine but remains cold, with a high of -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter boots, gloves, and insulated jackets will be necessary for snowy and cold days.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:38 AM / 4:39 PM
Weather Trivia: Sudbury’s snowiest November was in 1995, with 40 cm of snow recorded.
Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay is under a Special Weather Advisory due to heavy rain on Tuesday, with totals of 40-50 mm and gusty winds up to 60 km/h. Rain transitions to drizzle by evening, with temperatures falling to 2°C. Wednesday and Thursday bring cloudy skies and flurries, with highs of 2-4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Waterproof jackets and boots for Tuesday’s heavy rain, with layered clothing for cooler midweek conditions.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:50 AM / 4:41 PM
Weather Trivia: Thunder Bay recorded its wettest November in 1996, with over 70 mm of rain.
MANITOBA
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Winnipeg is clear and cold, with temperatures at -8°C and northwest winds at 15 km/h. High pressure at 1030 mb ensures sunny skies through Wednesday and Thursday, with highs around -5°C. Clouds increase Friday, but conditions remain dry.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy winter gear, including thermal gloves and insulated boots, is essential for the frigid mornings and evenings.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:47 AM / 4:37 PM
Weather Trivia: Winnipeg recorded its coldest November temperature of -38.9°C on November 24, 1875.
Churchill, Manitoba
Churchill remains cloudy with light snow flurries on Tuesday, with temperatures near -10°C and northwest winds gusting at 25 km/h. Flurries will persist into Wednesday, while Thursday and Friday remain overcast but drier.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Extreme cold-weather gear, including insulated snow boots, jackets, and gloves, is necessary for the Arctic conditions.
Sunrise/Sunset: 8:23 AM / 3:51 PM
Weather Trivia: Churchill’s earliest November blizzard occurred on November 3, 1991, with strong winds and heavy snowfall.
Saskatchewan
Regina, Saskatchewan
Regina will remain cold but clear, with temperatures at -6°C on Tuesday and high pressure dominating at 1030 mb. Wednesday and Thursday stay sunny, with highs near -3°C, while Friday brings increasing clouds.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered winter clothing for the sunny but chilly conditions.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:51 AM / 4:52 PM
Weather Trivia: Regina’s warmest November day was November 3, 1999, at 18°C.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Saskatoon will experience clear skies through Wednesday, with temperatures around -5°C. Thursday and Friday bring clouds, but highs remain near -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated jackets and gloves for the cold weather.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:57 AM / 4:56 PM
Weather Trivia: Saskatoon recorded its coldest November day on November 30, 1991, at -30°C.
Western Canada
Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is sunny and calm, with highs around 2°C on Tuesday and Wednesday. Thursday brings increasing clouds, with highs near 4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Light jackets during the day, transitioning to heavier coats for chilly evenings.
Sunrise/Sunset: 8:01 AM / 4:41 PM
Weather Trivia: Calgary’s warmest November day occurred on November 4, 1975, at 21°C.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver will see heavy rain through Tuesday and Wednesday, with highs around 9°C and southeast winds gusting to 40 km/h. Thursday and Friday bring lighter showers, with highs near 8°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Waterproof gear is essential for the rainy days.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:30 AM / 4:27 PM
Weather Trivia: Vancouver recorded over 300 mm of rain in November 1998, its wettest November ever.
Northern Canada
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Yellowknife is clear and cold, with temperatures around -15°C on Tuesday. High pressure at 1036 mb ensures sunny skies through Thursday, with highs near -13°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy winter gear, including thermal gloves and insulated boots.
Sunrise/Sunset: 8:49 AM / 3:24 PM
Weather Trivia: Yellowknife’s coldest November day was November 30, 1969, at -40°C.
Alert, Nunavut
Alert is under a Weather Warning for extreme cold and snow. Temperatures hover at -25°C, with north winds gusting to 50 km/h creating blizzard-like conditions. Snowfall will continue through Thursday, with totals reaching 15 cm.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Extreme Arctic gear, including insulated snow pants, parkas, and face protection, is essential.
Sunrise/Sunset: Permanent darkness has set in until February.
Weather Trivia: Alert is the northernmost inhabited place in the world, with average November lows of -30°C.
