Thunder Bay, Ontario, Under a Blanket of Winter Woes
Thunder Bay – WEATHER DESK – Winter has firmly set its sights on Thunder Bay, where a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for the City of Thunder Bay.
The storm is set to bring significant snowfall and gusty winds, creating challenging conditions through Monday evening.
Here is the latest information from the NetNewsLedger Weather Desk;
Current Weather and Storm Details
As of Sunday night, the temperature at Thunder Bay Airport is -4.3°C, with light snow falling and visibility reduced to 1.6 km. Humidity is high at 93%, and a brisk wind from the northeast is blowing at 32 km/h, gusting to 54 km/h, resulting in a wind chill of -12. Barometric pressure is steady at 100.9 kPa.
Sunday Night: Snow has already begun, with 10 to 15 cm expected by morning. Winds from the northeast at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, will make the wind chill feel like -13 tonight and -8 overnight. The temperature will climb slightly to -2°C by dawn.
The freezing rain earlier in the weekend has made many walkways and sidewalks very slippery. A Sunday trip to the Canadian Tire at the Thunder Centre saw almost everyone leaving with at least one bag of ice melter.
Monday: More Snow on the Horizon
Morning through Afternoon: Snow will continue, with an additional 5 to 10 cm expected. Winds will persist from the northeast at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, but will diminish later in the day. The temperature will fall to -5°C by afternoon, with a wind chill near -12.
Evening and Overnight: Periods of light snow will taper off, leaving a 30% chance of flurries. Winds will shift to the northwest at 20 km/h before easing overnight. Expect a low of -11°C, with the wind chill plummeting to -16.
Tuesday: Clouds and Flurries Persist
The storm will leave its mark, but winter isn’t done yet. Expect cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries and a high of -7°C. Overnight, the low will dip to -12°C, with a 30% chance of continued flurries.
Historic Weather Trivia
On this date in Thunder Bay’s history, the highest recorded temperature was a balmy 7.5°C in 1979, while the record low was a teeth-chattering -34.2°C in 1934. Today’s conditions certainly lean closer to the frosty end of the spectrum!
Winter Wardrobe and Safety
Layer up with a warm winter coat, insulated boots, and a sturdy hat—don’t forget gloves to protect your fingers from frostbite. With visibility reduced and icy roads likely, travel only if necessary and keep that emergency kit handy.
A Final Snowy Thought
Did you know that snowflakes can fall at speeds as slow as 1.5 km/h, drifting gently to the ground? But don’t let their leisurely pace fool you—15 to 30 cm of snow can cause a whirlwind of trouble!
