Thunder Bay – WEATHER – As November draws to a close, Northern Ontario communities are experiencing typical early winter conditions.
Here are detailed weather forecasts 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 26, 27, and 28, 2024.
Marten Falls
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, -2°C (28°F), barometric pressure at 1015 hPa, winds from the northeast at 15 km/h, humidity at 80%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: A thick cloud cover with a couple of snow showers. High: -2°C (28°F), Low: -4°C (24°F).
- November 27: Snow, accumulating an additional 2–4 cm. High: -2°C (28°F), Low: -5°C (23°F).
- November 28: Snow at times, accumulating an additional 3–6 cm. High: -2°C (28°F), Low: -5°C (22°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:10 AM, Sunset at 4:20 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Layer up with a warm coat, scarf, and gloves to combat the wind chill. Waterproof footwear is advisable due to expected 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, -2°C (28°F), barometric pressure at 1018 hPa, winds from the northeast at 20 km/h, humidity at 85%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: A thick cloud cover and breezy with occasional snow and flurries, mainly early, accumulating 2–4 cm. High: -1°C (30°F), Low: -3°C (27°F).
- November 27: Considerable cloudiness and windy with a bit of snow, accumulating up to an additional cm. High: -1°C (30°F), Low: -3°C (27°F).
- November 28: Breezy with periods of snow, accumulating an additional 2–4 cm. High: 0°C (32°F), Low: -1°C (31°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:20 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, -3°C (26°F), barometric pressure at 1012 hPa, winds from the east at 10 km/h, humidity at 75%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Low clouds and a couple of snow showers. High: -2°C (28°F), Low: -6°C (22°F).
- November 27: Low clouds and a couple of snow showers; storm total snowfall 3–6 cm. High: -3°C (26°F), Low: -7°C (20°F).
- November 28: Snow at times, accumulating an additional 3–6 cm. High: -4°C (24°F), Low: -6°C (22°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:15 AM, Sunset at 4:25 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, -5°C (23°F), barometric pressure at 1016 hPa, winds from the north at 10 km/h, humidity at 70%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Cloudy. High: -4°C (24°F), Low: -7°C (20°F).
- November 27: A little snow at times with little or no accumulation. High: -5°C (22°F), Low: -8°C (18°F).
- November 28: A little snow at times, accumulating a coating to 1 cm. High: -6°C (22°F), Low: -8°C (17°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:25 AM, Sunset at 4:15 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: Light snow, -6°C (22°F), barometric pressure at 1014 hPa, winds from the northeast at 15 km/h, humidity at 80%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Low clouds. High: -4°C (26°F), Low: -6°C (22°F).
- November 27: Sun and areas of low clouds. High: -4°C (24°F), Low: -6°C (20°F).
- November 28: Snow at times, accumulating 3–6 cm. High: -3°C (26°F), Low: -4°C (24°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:30 AM, Sunset at 4:10 PM.
Wardrobe Suggestions: A warm winter coat, gloves, and thermal boots are essential for Big Trout Lake’s snowy and cold conditions.
Weather Trivia: KI (Big Trout Lake) often sees its waterways begin to freeze solid by late November, crucial for winter transport routes.
Sandy Lake
- Current Conditions: Overcast, -4°C (24°F), barometric pressure at 1018 hPa, winds from the east at 15 km/h, humidity at 80%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Light snow showers, accumulating 1–2 cm. High: -3°C (27°F), Low: -7°C (20°F).
- November 27: Snow, accumulating 3–5 cm. High: -5°C (23°F), Low: -8°C (18°F).
- November 28: Overcast with scattered snow showers, high of -4°C (25°F), low of -8°C (18°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:25 AM, Sunset at 4:20 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated winter gear is necessary, along with waterproof boots for snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Sandy Lake is known for its first deep freezes by late November, solidifying the landscape for winter activities.
Pikangikum
- Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -5°C (23°F), barometric pressure at 1016 hPa, winds from the southeast at 10 km/h, humidity at 75%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Mostly cloudy with a few flurries, high of -3°C (27°F), low of -7°C (19°F).
- November 27: Snow showers at times, high of -4°C (25°F), low of -8°C (18°F).
- November 28: Overcast with light snow, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:20 AM, Sunset at 4:25 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: A thick winter coat, gloves, and scarf will keep you warm. Snow boots are essential for icy terrain.
Weather Trivia: Pikangikum experiences rapid snowfall accumulation in late November, with snowmobile travel becoming widespread.
Cat Lake
- Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, -6°C (21°F), barometric pressure at 1019 hPa, winds from the northeast at 10 km/h, humidity at 70%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Cloudy skies with scattered flurries, high of -4°C (24°F), low of -8°C (18°F).
- November 27: Snow developing, accumulating 2–4 cm. High: -5°C (23°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- November 28: Overcast with additional snow accumulation of 3 cm, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -10°C (14°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:15 AM, Sunset at 4:25 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Bundle up with insulated outerwear and waterproof boots. Gloves and a hat are also necessary.
Weather Trivia: Cat Lake sees its average temperatures drop below freezing by late November, ensuring the persistence of snow cover.
Kasabonika Lake
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, -7°C (19°F), barometric pressure at 1020 hPa, calm winds, humidity at 65%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Low clouds with intermittent flurries, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- November 27: Snow at times, accumulating 1–3 cm. High: -6°C (21°F), low of -10°C (14°F).
- November 28: Cloudy with scattered flurries, high of -6°C (21°F), low of -11°C (12°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:30 AM, Sunset at 4:10 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy winter layers and sturdy boots are a must for the cold, snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Kasabonika Lake often sees extended snowfalls in November, contributing to significant snow depth before December arrives.
Neskantaga (Lansdowne House)
- Current Conditions: Overcast, -6°C (21°F), barometric pressure at 1017 hPa, winds from the north at 15 km/h, humidity at 70%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Cloudy with snow, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -8°C (17°F).
- November 27: Scattered snow showers, high of -6°C (21°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- November 28: Overcast skies, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -9°C (16°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:25 AM, Sunset at 4:15 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered winter clothing is essential. Use insulated gloves and boots for added warmth and protection.
Weather Trivia: Neskantaga often experiences prolonged overcast conditions in November, making daylight hours feel even shorter.
Summer Beaver
- Current Conditions: Cloudy, -7°C (19°F), barometric pressure at 1021 hPa, winds from the northeast at 10 km/h, humidity at 75%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: A mix of snow showers and clouds, high of -4°C (24°F), low of -8°C (17°F).
- November 27: Light snow, high of -5°C (23°F), low of -10°C (14°F).
- November 28: Cloudy skies with scattered flurries, high of -6°C (21°F), low of -11°C (12°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:30 AM, Sunset at 4:20 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: A thick jacket and thermal boots are needed for the chilly conditions.
Weather Trivia: Summer Beaver transitions into full winter conditions by late November, with average snow depths steadily increasing.
Peawanuck
- Current Conditions: Light snow, -9°C (16°F), barometric pressure at 1023 hPa, winds from the east at 15 km/h, humidity at 75%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Cloudy with light snow, high of -7°C (19°F), low of -12°C (10°F).
- November 27: Snow flurries tapering off by evening, high of -8°C (18°F), low of -13°C (9°F).
- November 28: Overcast skies with patchy flurries, high of -9°C (16°F), low of -14°C (7°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:00 AM, Sunset at 4:00 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy-duty winter wear is essential, with gloves and face coverings for wind protection.
Weather Trivia: Peawanuck, situated near Hudson Bay, begins to see significant ice formation on the shoreline in late November.
Attawapiskat
- Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -8°C (18°F), barometric pressure at 1020 hPa, winds from the northeast at 10 km/h, humidity at 70%.
- Forecast:
- November 26: Light snow flurries, high of -6°C (21°F), low of -11°C (12°F).
- November 27: Cloudy with brief flurries, high of -7°C (19°F), low of -12°C (10°F).
- November 28: Cold and cloudy, high of -8°C (18°F), low of -13°C (9°F).
- Sunrise/Sunset: Sunrise at 8:10 AM, Sunset at 4:20 PM.
- Wardrobe Suggestions: Prepare for sub-zero temperatures with a parka, thermal gloves, and a wool hat.
Weather Trivia: Attawapiskat’s riverbanks typically freeze by late November, setting the stage for winter road preparations.
