A Damp Day Ahead for the Soo
Sault Ste. Marie – Weather – Sault Ste. Marie greets the new week with misty conditions and a temperature sitting at 3°C early this morning. With 100% humidity in the air, the fog is thick, limiting visibility to just 4 km, so take it slow if you’re out and about. Pressure at 101.7 kPa is falling, signaling more moisture on the way. A light east-southeast wind at 12 km/h adds to the chill.
Today’s Forecast: Wet and Foggy
The day will be dominated by periods of rain or drizzle, with fog patches dissipating by mid-morning. Winds from the southeast at 20 km/h will calm down in the afternoon, allowing the high to reach a mild 4°C. It’s a good day for waterproof boots and a raincoat—umbrellas might struggle with the occasional breeze.
Tonight: Rain to Snow with Gusty Winds
The rain will hang on through the evening but begin transitioning into light snow late tonight as temperatures dip to -1°C. Expect fog patches to clear out as the winds shift to the west, strengthening to 30 km/h with gusts up to 50 km/h near midnight. The change in precipitation will make for potentially slippery surfaces, so tread carefully.
The Week Ahead: A Rollercoaster of Clouds and Flurries
- Tuesday, December 17: A mix of sun and cloud with a 60% chance of flurries keeps things wintry, with a high of 1°C.
- Tuesday Night: Cloudy skies persist, bringing a 40% chance of flurries, with a low near -3°C.
- Wednesday, December 18: Another overcast day as temperatures hover around 0°C.
- Wednesday Night: A plunge into colder air, with lows reaching -11°C.
- Thursday, December 19: Cold and cloudy, with a daytime high of -5°C, and a 60% chance of flurries overnight as temperatures settle at -6°C.
Historic Weather Note
On this day, Sault Ste. Marie has seen both mild and bitter extremes. The record high was a balmy 9.4°C, while the record low plummeted to a frigid -23.9°C.
Wardrobe Tip for Today
Opt for a rainproof jacket and sturdy, insulated boots to keep dry and warm in the drizzle. By night, make sure to layer up, as gusty winds will make the -1°C feel even colder.
Weather Trivia
Did you know Sault Ste. Marie’s fog often results from Lake Superior’s influence? Warmer lake water meeting cold air creates the perfect recipe for misty mornings like today.
