A Cloudy Start to Sunday
Greater Sudbury begins the day under cloudy skies and a temperature of -9°C at 6:00 AM EST. The light easterly breeze at 4 km/h adds a wind chill factor, making it feel like -11°C. With 90% humidity in the air and the barometric pressure at 101.4 kPa and rising, Sudbury residents can expect an active weather day ahead.
Sunday’s Forecast: A Snowy Afternoon Ahead
The morning will stay mainly cloudy, with a 30% chance of flurries lingering through early afternoon. By later in the day, light snow is expected to begin, bringing about 2 cm of accumulation by evening. Temperatures will climb slightly to a high of -4°C, but the wind chill will keep things feeling colder at -12°C in the morning and -7°C in the afternoon.
Tonight: Snowfall Intensifies
Snowfall will become steadier overnight, with 5 to 10 cm expected to blanket the city. Winds will remain light at up to 15 km/h, and the temperature will hold steady near -5°C, with a wind chill of -9°C. Expect a wintry scene by morning!
Monday: Flurries and Continued Chill
Monday will bring flurries throughout the day, adding another 2 to 4 cm to the snowpack. The high temperature will reach -2°C, but with a wind chill of -4°C in the morning and -9°C in the afternoon, you’ll need to dress warmly.
Tuesday: A Cloudy Chill
Looking ahead to Tuesday, the forecast includes cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries and a high of -7°C, followed by a clear but frigid night with a low of -16°C.
Historical Temperatures for January 12
Greater Sudbury’s record high on this date is 6.8°C, while the record low plummeted to -36.1°C. Today’s weather strikes a balance between these extremes, though the snowfall adds a wintry flair.
What to Wear
Bundle up today with a warm coat, insulated gloves, and a scarf. Snow boots are essential, especially as accumulation builds later. A hat will keep you cozy in the chilly breeze.
Fun Fact About Snow in Sudbury
Did you know Sudbury is one of Ontario’s snowiest cities, often receiving over 300 cm of snow annually? That’s enough to bury a two-story building by mid-winter!
