Today’s Frosty Forecast
The day begins with light snow in Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake, where the temperature is a chilly -9°C. The wind from the south at 12 km/h makes it feel like -15°C, with humidity at 83%, giving the air a crisp bite. Visibility is decent at 19 km, so it’s a good morning for some picturesque snow scenes.
Cloudy skies will dominate the day, with a 30% chance of flurries lingering into the morning. Winds will remain light, up to 15 km/h, keeping the chill factor manageable. The high for the day will reach -10°C, but the wind chill will make it feel like -20°C this morning and -13°C this afternoon.
Tonight: Clearing Skies and a Deep Chill
Cloudy skies will begin to clear overnight, leaving a partly cloudy backdrop by morning. Temperatures will drop to -16°C, with wind chills dipping to -14°C in the evening and -19°C overnight. Winds will remain calm at up to 15 km/h, allowing for a tranquil but cold night.
Monday: A Mix of Sun and Cloud
Monday offers a mix of sun and clouds, with skies clearing early in the afternoon. Temperatures will remain steady at -10°C, but morning wind chills of -20°C will remind you it’s still December. By the afternoon, the wind chill will ease to -13°C, and the UV index will stay low at 1. Monday night will be clear with a low of -12°C, making it a great evening to stargaze—if you can handle the cold!
Looking Ahead
The week brightens up with plenty of sunshine on Tuesday and highs reaching -5°C, while Christmas Day and Boxing Day feature a mix of sun and clouds with highs nearing -1°C by Thursday. Overnight lows will range from -8°C to -3°C, making for relatively mild nights.
Wardrobe Recommendations
Layer up today with a windproof coat, insulated boots, and thermal gloves. A scarf and a hat are non-negotiable to keep the frostbite risks at bay. For the evening, you’ll need those layers even more, so don’t let your guard down!
Weather Trivia
Did you know? The record low for December 22 in Sioux Lookout is -39.0°C, set in 1963, while the warmest was 4.6°C, recorded in 2011. Northern Ontario truly knows how to mix it up!
