THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – As November 2024 draws to a close, Canada experiences a diverse array of weather conditions from coast to coast to coast. From snow squalls in Ontario to rain in the Maritimes and frigid temperatures in the Prairies, Canadians should prepare for varied weather patterns in the coming days.
Newfoundland and Labrador
In St. John’s, the current temperature is 1°C with light snow. The barometric pressure is 101.2 kPa and steady, with winds from the northeast at 20 km/h. Sunrise is at 7:30 AM, and sunset at 4:15 PM. On November 28, expect a high of 4°C with a couple of showers in the morning, followed by cloudy conditions. The low will be 1°C. November 29 brings breezy conditions with rain and a high of 5°C, dropping to 4°C at night. By November 30, remaining cloudy with a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Waterproof jackets and footwear are advisable due to rain and snow.
Historical Trivia: St. John’s holds the record for the most foggy days in Canada, averaging 124 days per year.
New Brunswick
Saint John currently reports mostly cloudy skies at -5°C, with a barometric pressure of 102.0 kPa and rising. Winds are calm. Sunrise is at 7:45 AM, and sunset at 4:30 PM. On November 28, expect mostly cloudy conditions with a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. November 29 brings breezy weather with periods of snow and rain, accumulating up to 1 cm, with a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C. By November 30, mostly cloudy skies prevail, with a high of 3°C and a low of -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered clothing with waterproof outer layers is recommended.
Historical Trivia: Saint John is known for its “reversing falls,” where the Bay of Fundy’s tides force the Saint John River to reverse its flow.
Nova Scotia
In Halifax, the current temperature is 2°C under mostly cloudy skies. The barometric pressure is 101.5 kPa and steady, with winds from the southwest at 15 km/h. Sunrise is at 7:30 AM, and sunset at 4:45 PM. On November 28, expect turning cloudy with a high of 6°C and a low of 4°C. November 29 brings rain in the morning, then windy with clouds breaking for some sun, with a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. By November 30, mostly cloudy with rain and snow possible, with a high of 6°C and a low of -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Water-resistant clothing and sturdy footwear are advisable.
Historical Trivia: Halifax’s Citadel Hill has been a strategic military site since the city’s founding in 1749.
Quebec
Quebec City is mostly cloudy at 1°C, with a barometric pressure of 101.8 kPa and rising. Winds are from the northeast at 10 km/h. Sunrise is at 7:00 AM, and sunset at 4:00 PM. On November 28, expect sun and areas of high clouds in the morning, turning cloudy with a little accumulation of snow and rain late in the afternoon, with a high of 3°C and a low of 0°C. November 29 brings cloudy conditions with a high of 2°C and a low of -2°C. By November 30, mostly cloudy with a couple of snow showers, with a high of 1°C and a low of -5°C.
Montreal reports mostly cloudy skies at 1°C, with a barometric pressure of 101.6 kPa and rising. Winds are from the northeast at 12 km/h. Sunrise is at 7:10 AM, and sunset at 4:15 PM. On November 28, expect cloudy conditions with a bit of snow and rain at times in the afternoon, with a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. November 29 brings cloudy skies with a high of 2°C and a low of -1°C. By November 30, mostly cloudy with a high of 1°C and a low of -2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated jackets, gloves, and hats are recommended for both cities.
Historical Trivia: Quebec City is one of North America’s oldest cities, founded in 1608. Montreal hosted the 1976 Summer Olympics, the first in Canada.
Ontario
Toronto is currently cloudy at 2°C, with a barometric pressure of 101.4 kPa and steady. Winds are from the northwest at 15 km/h. Sunrise is at 7:30 AM, and sunset at 4:45 PM. On November 28, expect cloudy skies with a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. November 29 brings cloudy and breezy conditions with a couple of snow showers, with a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. By November 30, cloudy and breezy with snow showers, with a high of 2°C and a low of -2°C.
Greater Sudbury reports mostly clear skies at -4°C, with a barometric pressure of 1018 kPa and rising. Winds are calm. Sunrise is at 7:45 AM, and sunset at 4:30 PM. On November 28, expect low clouds with a high of 0°C and a low of -6°C.
Greater Sudbury on November 29 will experience considerable cloudiness with a high of -2°C and a low of -7°C. By November 30, expect overcast skies with a high of -3°C and a low of -9°C.
Sault Ste. Marie is currently under a Snow Squall Warning. The temperature is -5°C, with a barometric pressure of 1012 kPa and steady. Winds are from the northwest at 20 km/h, reducing visibility significantly in snow squalls. Sunrise is at 7:50 AM, and sunset at 4:45 PM. On November 28, snow squalls will continue, with an expected accumulation of 15–25 cm and a high of -4°C and a low of -10°C. November 29 brings some clearing, but light snow may return by evening, with a high of -5°C and a low of -12°C. By November 30, expect another round of snow squalls with similar accumulations.
Thunder Bay is currently cloudy at -6°C, with winds from the northwest at 15 km/h creating a wind chill of -12°C. The barometric pressure is 1015 kPa and steady. Sunrise is at 8:00 AM, and sunset at 4:30 PM. November 28 will see scattered flurries with a high of -4°C and a low of -9°C. November 29 will bring light snow, with a high of -5°C and a low of -10°C. By November 30, expect overcast skies with flurries and a high of -6°C and a low of -11°C.
There is a snow squall warning in the Lake Nipigon Provincial Park region:
Multi-day lake effect snow squall event continuing into the weekend. Hazards: Locally heavy snowfall with accumulations of 10 to 20 cm per day.
Significantly reduced visibility at times in heavy snow and blowing snow.
Timing: Now through Saturday night. Discussion: Lake effect snow has developed off Lake Nipigon and is expected to continue through Saturday night.
Total local snowfall amounts through Saturday may exceed 50 cm. Hazardous travel conditions are likely along Highway 11.
Road closures are possible, especially over areas that receive multiple snow squall bands.
Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. Visibility will be suddenly reduced to near zero at times in heavy snow and blowing snow.
Rapidly accumulating snow could make travel difficult over some locations. Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions.
Wardrobe Suggestion: For Northern Ontario communities, full winter gear, including heavy coats, insulated boots, gloves, and hats, is essential due to snow and wind chills.
Historical Trivia: Sault Ste. Marie’s snow squalls are a common late-November occurrence, driven by Lake Superior’s cold winds. In 1995, the area recorded 77 cm of snow in a single day during a squall.
Manitoba
Winnipeg is partly cloudy at -12°C, with a barometric pressure of 1020 kPa and rising. Winds from the northwest at 15 km/h result in a wind chill of -18°C. Sunrise is at 8:10 AM, and sunset at 4:40 PM. On November 28, expect clear skies and frigid temperatures, with a high of -10°C and a low of -14°C. November 29 will see sunny conditions, with a high of -9°C and a low of -16°C. By November 30, overcast skies with light snow in the evening are forecast, with a high of -8°C and a low of -15°C.
Churchill is cloudy at -20°C, with northwest winds at 30 km/h creating a wind chill of -32°C. The barometric pressure is 1018 kPa and rising. Sunrise is at 9:00 AM, and sunset at 3:55 PM. November 28 will see flurries and blowing snow, with a high of -18°C and a low of -25°C. On November 29, expect mostly cloudy conditions with flurries, with a high of -20°C and a low of -28°C. November 30 will bring overcast skies with light snow, with a high of -22°C and a low of -30°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Extreme cold-weather gear, including insulated boots, windproof jackets, and face coverings, is mandatory for Churchill and Winnipeg.
Historical Trivia: Churchill is famously known as the “Polar Bear Capital of the World,” and late November often marks the peak of polar bear activity near the Hudson Bay coast.
Saskatchewan
Regina is currently overcast at -10°C, with a barometric pressure of 1018 kPa and rising. Winds from the northwest at 15 km/h create a wind chill of -18°C. Sunrise is at 8:15 AM, and sunset at 4:45 PM. November 28 will bring sunny skies with a high of -9°C and a low of -14°C. On November 29, expect clear conditions with temperatures between -12°C and -18°C. By November 30, increasing cloudiness with light snow is forecast, with a high of -10°C and a low of -16°C.
Saskatoon is partly cloudy at -12°C, with calm winds and a barometric pressure of 1020 kPa. Sunrise is at 8:20 AM, and sunset at 4:40 PM. November 28 will see clear skies with a high of -11°C and a low of -17°C. November 29 will bring mostly sunny conditions, with a high of -12°C and a low of -19°C. By November 30, expect cloudy skies and snow flurries, with a high of -10°C and a low of -15°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated parkas and snow boots are essential for enduring the sub-zero temperatures in Saskatchewan.
Historical Trivia: Regina experienced its lowest November temperature on record on November 27, 1893, when temperatures plunged to -46°C.
Alberta
Edmonton is overcast at -8°C, with a barometric pressure of 1016 kPa. Winds are light, but the wind chill makes it feel like -14°C. Sunrise is at 8:15 AM, and sunset at 4:30 PM. November 28 will bring cloudy skies with light snow in the evening, with a high of -6°C and a low of -13°C. November 29 will see continued cloudiness, with a high of -8°C and a low of -15°C. By November 30, expect light snow, with a high of -7°C and a low of -14°C.
Fort McMurray is mostly clear at -14°C, with northwest winds at 20 km/h creating a wind chill of -23°C. The barometric pressure is 1022 kPa. Sunrise is at 8:45 AM, and sunset at 4:00 PM. On November 28, expect partly sunny skies with a high of -12°C and a low of -20°C. November 29 will be frigid but sunny, with a high of -14°C and a low of -22°C. By November 30, expect increasing clouds with light snow in the evening.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Full winter gear is essential in Alberta, including gloves and insulated footwear, especially in Fort McMurray.
Historical Trivia: Edmonton is often referred to as Canada’s “Gateway to the North,” enduring some of the harshest winter conditions among major cities.
British Columbia
Vancouver is currently experiencing cloudy skies with light rain and a temperature of 6°C. Winds are from the southeast at 15 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1013 kPa and falling. Sunrise is at 7:45 AM, and sunset at 4:20 PM. On November 28, expect rain in the morning, easing to showers in the afternoon, with a high of 8°C and a low of 4°C. November 29 brings overcast skies with occasional drizzle and a high of 7°C, dipping to 3°C at night. By November 30, expect rain showers early, transitioning to partly cloudy conditions by evening, with a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C.
Victoria currently reports light rain and a temperature of 7°C, with southeast winds at 12 km/h and a barometric pressure of 1012 kPa. Sunrise is at 7:40 AM, and sunset at 4:20 PM. November 28 will bring steady rain, tapering off by afternoon, with a high of 9°C and a low of 5°C. November 29 will feature mostly cloudy skies and scattered showers, with a high of 8°C and a low of 4°C. By November 30, the day will begin with rain, followed by a mix of sun and clouds, with a high of 7°C and a low of 3°C.
Prince George is currently cloudy at 1°C, with winds calm and a barometric pressure of 1018 kPa. Sunrise is at 8:00 AM, and sunset at 4:05 PM. On November 28, expect overcast skies with light snow in the afternoon, a high of 0°C, and a low of -3°C. November 29 will bring more snow showers, with temperatures ranging from -1°C to -5°C. By November 30, expect clearing skies but cold conditions, with a high of -2°C and a low of -6°C.
Kamloops is overcast at 2°C, with winds from the southwest at 10 km/h and a barometric pressure of 1015 kPa. Sunrise is at 7:35 AM, and sunset at 4:10 PM. November 28 will bring cloudy skies with a high of 4°C and a low of 1°C. On November 29, rain showers transitioning to snow flurries are expected, with temperatures ranging from 3°C to -1°C. By November 30, clearing skies with a chilly high of 2°C and a low of -3°C are forecast.
Wardrobe Suggestion: For coastal cities like Vancouver and Victoria, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear are essential due to rain. In interior regions like Prince George and Kamloops, layered winter clothing with insulated jackets is advised.
Historical Trivia: Vancouver is often called “Raincouver” due to its wet climate, with November being one of its rainiest months.
Yukon
Dawson City is experiencing clear skies and frigid conditions at -22°C. Winds are calm, and the barometric pressure stands at 1025 kPa. Sunrise is at 10:10 AM, and sunset at 3:40 PM. On November 28, expect continued clear skies with a high of -18°C and a low of -26°C. November 29 will bring increasing clouds, with temperatures ranging from -20°C to -27°C. By November 30, expect overcast skies with light snow developing late in the day, with a high of -15°C and a low of -23°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Extreme cold-weather gear, including thermal layers, insulated boots, and face protection, is mandatory for Dawson City.
Historical Trivia: Dawson City was the epicenter of the Klondike Gold Rush in 1896, but its winters were notorious for deterring prospectors with temperatures often plummeting below -40°C.
Northwest Territories
Yellowknife is overcast at -25°C, with winds from the northwest at 20 km/h creating a wind chill of -35°C. The barometric pressure is 1022 kPa. Sunrise is at 9:30 AM, and sunset at 3:15 PM. On November 28, expect partly sunny skies with a high of -23°C and a low of -30°C. November 29 will be clear but frigid, with a high of -25°C and a low of -32°C. By November 30, overcast skies will return, with light snow and a high of -24°C and a low of -31°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated parkas, thick gloves, and face protection are essential in Yellowknife’s extreme cold.
Historical Trivia: Yellowknife experiences some of the longest stretches of clear winter skies in Canada, making it a prime location for northern lights viewing.
Nunavut
Alert, the northernmost inhabited place on Earth, is currently under polar night, with no sunrise or sunset. The temperature is -32°C, with northeast winds at 30 km/h creating a wind chill of -45°C. The barometric pressure is 1028 kPa. On November 28, expect blowing snow with reduced visibility, a high of -30°C, and a low of -36°C. November 29 will bring partly cloudy skies with a high of -33°C and a low of -38°C. By November 30, expect overcast skies and flurries, with a high of -35°C and a low of -40°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Full Arctic gear is non-negotiable, including extreme cold-rated insulated clothing, boots, and face masks to protect against frostbite.
Historical Trivia: Alert’s polar night lasts from mid-October to early February, with temperatures regularly dropping below -40°C during this period.
