Today’s Thunder Bay Weather Forecast
Thunder Bay begins the day under light snow, with a temperature of -11°C and a wind chill making it feel like -15°C. Humidity is at 83%, keeping the air crisp, while the southwest wind at 5 km/h adds a slight chill. Visibility is moderate at 16 km, though the 60% chance of flurries could reduce it intermittently.
Temperatures will rise to a high of -4°C, with wind chills improving from -16°C this morning to -6°C this afternoon. Winds will remain light, up to 15 km/h, making it a manageable but wintry day overall.
Tonight: Cloudy with a Gentle Chill
Cloudy skies continue tonight, with a low of -9°C. The wind will stay light at up to 15 km/h, and the wind chill will feel like -11°C, making for a cold but calm evening.
Monday: Mild but Cloudy
Monday will bring cloudy skies and a high of -3°C. Wind chills will feel like -12°C in the morning, easing to -7°C in the afternoon. It’s a great day for winter activities with manageable temperatures and light winds. Monday night will feature cloudy periods with a low of -11°C.
Looking Ahead
The week promises a gradual warm-up. Tuesday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a high of -3°C, while Wednesday and Thursday bring highs of 0°C to +1°C. Cloudy skies dominate, with overnight lows improving from -7°C to 0°C by Thursday night.
Wardrobe Tips
Dress warmly today with insulated layers, a parka, and a scarf to fend off the wind chill. Waterproof boots are a good choice to handle light snow flurries.
Weather Trivia
Did you know? Thunder Bay’s record low for December 22 was a frigid -38.9°C, set in 1924. Meanwhile, the record high of 7.2°C in 1998 reminds us that surprises are always possible in Northern Ontario!