Thunder Bay – WEATHER DESK – As winter tightens its grip on Northern Ontario, communities are experiencing a range of weather conditions. Here’s a detailed forecast for Marten Falls, Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn), Fort Hope, Sachigo Lake, KI (Big Trout Lake), Sandy Lake, Pikangikum, Cat Lake, Kasabonika Lake, Neskantaga (Lansdowne House), Summer Beaver, Peawanuck, and Attawapiskat for November 22, 23, and 24, 2024.
Marten Falls
- Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, 1°C (34°F), barometric pressure at 1012 hPa, winds from the northeast at 20 km/h, humidity at 85%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: Occasional rain and drizzle this morning followed by rain and snow showers this afternoon with little or no accumulation. High: 3°C (38°F), Low: -1°C (29°F).
- November 23: Snow at times, accumulating 1–3 cm. High: 0°C (33°F), Low: -4°C (25°F).
- November 24: Cloudy. High: 0°C (31°F), Low: -2°C (28°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:00 AM, Sunset at 4:30 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Layer up with a warm coat, scarf, and gloves to combat the wind chill. Waterproof footwear is advisable due to expected rain and snow.
- Weather Trivia: Marten Falls often experiences its first significant snowfall in late November, marking the true onset of winter.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, 0°C (33°F), barometric pressure at 1015 hPa, winds from the northeast at 25 km/h, humidity at 80%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: A shower in places this morning; otherwise, low clouds. High: 1°C (33°F), Low: -5°C (23°F).
- November 23: A stray morning flurry; otherwise, low clouds and colder. High: -2°C (28°F), Low: -4°C (25°F).
- November 24: Breezy with snow at times, accumulating an additional 2–4 cm. High: 0°C (31°F), Low: -3°C (27°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:15 AM, Sunset at 4:00 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy-duty winter gear, including windproof face protection, is essential for the strong gusts and cold temperatures.
- Weather Trivia: Fort Severn is Ontario’s northernmost community, often experiencing early and prolonged winter conditions.
Fort Hope
- Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, 0°C (31°F), barometric pressure at 1010 hPa, winds from the east at 15 km/h, humidity at 85%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: Cloudy with a bit of snow this afternoon with little or no accumulation. High: 3°C (37°F), Low: -3°C (27°F).
- November 23: Snow at times, accumulating an additional cm or two. High: -1°C (30°F), Low: -5°C (23°F).
- November 24: Low clouds. High: -1°C (29°F), Low: -4°C (25°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:10 AM, Sunset at 4:20 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: A warm, insulated jacket and waterproof boots are a must. Gloves and a scarf will be handy for the cold.
- Weather Trivia: Fort Hope, also known as Eabametoong, often sees its lakes begin to freeze over by late November, signaling the start of ice fishing season.
Sachigo Lake
- Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, -2°C (28°F), barometric pressure at 1018 hPa, winds from the north at 10 km/h, humidity at 75%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: A little snow at times, accumulating a coating to 1 cm. High: -2°C (29°F), Low: -6°C (21°F).
- November 23: Low clouds. High: -4°C (26°F), Low: -6°C (20°F).
- November 24: Cloudy. High: -5°C (23°F), Low: -7°C (19°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:20 AM, Sunset at 4:10 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Layering is key. A waterproof jacket and warm accessories like gloves and a scarf are recommended.
- Weather Trivia: Sachigo Lake’s remote location often leads to early and heavy snowfall, making snowmobiles a primary mode of transportation during winter months.
KI (Big Trout Lake)
- Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, -1°C (30°F), barometric pressure at 1015 hPa, winds from the northeast at 15 km/h, humidity at 80%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: A little snow, accumulating a coating to 1 cm. High: 1°C (34°F), Low: -5°C (23°F).
- November 23: Cloudy and colder. High: -3°C (27°F), Low: -6°C (20°F).
- November 24: Cloudy. High: -3°C (26°F), Low: -7°C (19°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:25 AM, Sunset at 4:05 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: A warm coat, thermal layers, and insulated gloves will keep you comfortable in the chilly air.Sandy Lake
- Current Conditions: Overcast, -1°C (30°F), barometric pressure at 1014 hPa, winds from the southeast at 10 km/h, humidity at 85%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: Overcast with a chance of light snow in the evening, high of 2°C (36°F), low of -4°C (25°F).
- November 23: Light snow showers through the morning, high of -2°C (28°F), low of -6°C (21°F).
- November 24: Cloudy skies with a few flurries, high of -3°C (27°F), low of -8°C (18°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:20 AM, Sunset at 4:15 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: A warm jacket and insulated boots will serve well as temperatures drop. Gloves and a scarf are also recommended.
- Weather Trivia: Sandy Lake is often among the first northern communities to see snow accumulation suitable for sledding in November.
Pikangikum
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, -3°C (27°F), barometric pressure at 1016 hPa, winds from the northeast at 15 km/h, humidity at 80%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: Snow in the evening with up to 2 cm of accumulation, high of -1°C (30°F), low of -6°C (21°F).
- November 23: Low clouds and occasional flurries, high of -4°C (25°F), low of -8°C (18°F).
- November 24: Overcast with brief sunny intervals, high of -3°C (27°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:15 AM, Sunset at 4:20 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Layering is key. A heavy coat, hat, and gloves will keep you cozy in dropping temperatures.
- Weather Trivia: Pikangikum’s forests provide a striking backdrop during November snowfall, making the landscape especially picturesque.
Cat Lake
- Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, -4°C (25°F), barometric pressure at 1018 hPa, winds from the northeast at 10 km/h, humidity at 75%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: A mix of snow showers with light accumulation, high of -1°C (30°F), low of -7°C (19°F).
- November 23: Cloudy with a chance of flurries, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -8°C (18°F).
- November 24: Overcast skies, high of -4°C (24°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:15 AM, Sunset at 4:25 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter boots and thermal outerwear will keep you prepared for light snow and cold breezes.
- Weather Trivia: Cat Lake’s average November temperatures often mark the transition from fall to full winter conditions.
Kasabonika Lake
- Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -6°C (21°F), barometric pressure at 1020 hPa, winds from the north at 5 km/h, humidity at 70%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: Partly cloudy with scattered snow showers, high of -3°C (27°F), low of -8°C (17°F).
- November 23: Cloudy with intermittent flurries, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- November 24: Mostly cloudy skies, high of -4°C (24°F), low of -10°C (14°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:30 AM, Sunset at 4:05 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated winter gear is a must for Kasabonika Lake’s frigid November days.
- Weather Trivia: Kasabonika Lake frequently experiences frosty mornings in late November, creating icy landscapes.
Neskantaga (Lansdowne House)
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, -5°C (23°F), barometric pressure at 1019 hPa, winds from the northeast at 10 km/h, humidity at 80%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: Overcast with light snow developing, high of -2°C (28°F), low of -7°C (19°F).
- November 23: Cloudy and cold, high of -4°C (25°F), low of -8°C (18°F).
- November 24: A chance of flurries with cloudy skies, high of -3°C (27°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:25 AM, Sunset at 4:10 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: A warm coat, gloves, and a scarf are essential for Lansdowne House’s chilly conditions.
- Weather Trivia: November is when many residents of Neskantaga begin preparing for the long freeze that defines winter here.
Peawanuck
- Current Conditions: Overcast, -8°C (18°F), barometric pressure at 1023 hPa, calm winds, humidity at 75%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: Cloudy with scattered snow showers, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -10°C (14°F).
- November 23: Partly sunny with occasional flurries, high of -7°C (19°F), low of -12°C (10°F).
- November 24: Cold and partly cloudy, high of -8°C (17°F), low of -15°C (5°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:00 AM, Sunset at 4:05 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy-duty winter gear is crucial for Peawanuck’s icy November weather.
- Weather Trivia: Peawanuck often sees its Hudson Bay shoreline freeze over by late November, heralding winter’s arrival.
Attawapiskat
- Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -7°C (19°F), barometric pressure at 1020 hPa, winds from the southeast at 15 km/h, humidity at 70%.
- Forecast:
- November 22: Cloudy with light snow flurries, high of -4°C (25°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- November 23: Overcast with occasional snow, high of -6°C (21°F), low of -12°C (10°F).
- November 24: Frigid with mostly cloudy skies, high of -7°C (19°F), low of -14°C (7°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:10 AM, Sunset at 4:20 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Prepare with warm winter coats and thermal gloves. Ice-ready boots are recommended for snow-covered paths.
- Weather Trivia: Attawapiskat is known for early November ice formations along the Attawapiskat River, marking the seasonal transition.
