A Snowy Start in Greenstone
Good morning, Geraldton and the Greenstone region! The day begins with -6°C and light snow gently falling. Winds are from the southwest at 4 km/h, creating a wind chill of -8°C—a light bite compared to what’s ahead. Humidity is high at 92%, keeping the air feeling heavy with moisture. Visibility is slightly reduced to 16 km, thanks to the flurries in the air.
Friday’s Forecast: Snow Continues
Today, expect periods of snow to persist through the morning, tapering off near noon but leaving behind 2 to 4 cm of accumulation. The skies will stay cloudy, with a 60% chance of flurries for the rest of the day. Winds remain light at 15 km/h, but temperatures will stay cold, reaching a high of -9°C. The wind chill will make it feel closer to -16°C, so dress warmly!
Tonight: Snowy Evening and Bitter Cold
Snow will resume this evening, adding another 5 cm to the total accumulation. Winds will stay calm, but temperatures will plunge to -11°C, with wind chills near -14°C overnight. Bundle up if you need to be outside!
Saturday: A Frigid Day with Sunshine
Saturday promises a mix of sun and cloud, but the cold will dig in deeply, with a high of just -16°C. Overnight, expect partly cloudy skies and a bone-chilling low of -23°C. Wind chills could make it feel even colder, so it’s a perfect evening to stay inside.
Sunday: Arctic Air Lingers
Sunday’s skies turn cloudy again, with a high of -15°C. Flurries may return overnight, with lows dipping back to -23°C.
Historical Weather Tidbit
On January 10th, Geraldton has seen record highs of 4.2°C in 1998 and lows of -40.0°C in 1966. Today’s forecast may feel cold, but it’s far from the deep freeze of past winters!
Wardrobe Wisdom
Layer up with thermal gear and a heavy-duty parka today. Waterproof boots are a must for the snow, and don’t forget a hat and gloves to combat the biting wind chills.
Weather Trivia
Did you know? The Geraldton area is part of the Great Snow Belt, receiving over 300 cm of snow annually—perfect for cross-country skiing or snowmobiling!
