A Winter Wonderland, but at a Cost
Sault Ste. Marie awakens to a cold but mainly clear morning. While the day will bring a mix of sun and cloud, the biting cold and wind chills ensure you’ll feel the full force of winter.
Current Conditions
As of 6:00 AM EST, the temperature is -16°C, with a wind chill making it feel like -22°C. Winds are light at 10 km/h from the north, while the humidity is at 76%. The barometric pressure is at 102.8 kPa and rising, indicating stable conditions. Visibility is excellent at 24 km under clear skies.
Today’s Forecast: Windy and Steady Cold
Expect a mix of sun and cloud with winds picking up to 30 km/h from the north later this morning. The temperature will hold steady near -12°C, but the wind chill will linger around -23°C throughout the day. The UV index is 1 (low), so the sun won’t be overpowering. Frostbite remains a concern, especially with prolonged exposure to the cold.
Tonight: Temperatures Plummet
Partly cloudy skies will lead to an even colder night. Winds from the northeast at 20 km/h will become light after midnight, but temperatures will plunge to -23°C. Wind chills will reach -29°C, creating a high risk for frostbite in minutes if exposed skin isn’t covered.
Looking Ahead
Wednesday, January 8
Mainly sunny skies greet the day, but the frigid conditions continue. A high of -15°C is forecast, with morning wind chills as cold as -31°C improving slightly to -21°C in the afternoon.
Overnight: Clear skies, with temperatures dropping to -20°C.
Thursday, January 9
Sunshine dominates as the high climbs to a more tolerable -8°C.
Overnight: Clear skies with a low of -15°C.
Friday, January 10
Cloudy conditions take over, with a 60% chance of snow and a high of -5°C.
Overnight: Continued snow chances and a low of -9°C.
Historical Temperatures for January 7
Sault Ste. Marie has seen dramatic swings in temperature on this date:
- Record High: 9.5°C
- Record Low: -33.9°C
What to Wear?
Layer up like a seasoned northerner! A thermal base layer, heavy-duty winter coat, gloves, scarf, and a hat are essential. Insulated boots will keep your feet toasty, and a face mask or balaclava will protect exposed skin from frostbite risks.
Did You Know?
Sault Ste. Marie is known for its cold, snowy winters, but the city’s location near Lake Superior often creates a microclimate. Lake-effect snow and frigid temperatures are the norm, so locals are no strangers to layering up and braving the cold!
