Winter Takes the Spotlight With Chilly Winds and Snowy Surprises
Sudbury weather outlook: Flurries today, snow squalls Monday with blowing snow and gusty winds. Wind chills as low as -19°C. Stay warm and drive carefully!
Sudbury is embracing its true northern Ontario winter this week with a mix of flurries, gusty winds, and a risk of snow squalls. If you’ve been longing for sunny skies, you may need to wait a bit, but there’s no shortage of frosty fun on the horizon. Bundle up—it’s going to feel a lot colder than the thermometer reads!
Current Conditions in Sudbury
As of 7:24 AM EST, Greater Sudbury Airport reports mostly cloudy skies with a temperature of -9.9°C. The wind is blowing from the northwest at 12 km/h, giving a wind chill of -16°C. With 76% humidity and a rising barometer at 101.5 kPa, it’s a crisp and calm morning—for now. Visibility is excellent at 24 km, but that could change as flurries creep into the forecast later this morning.
For today, expect mainly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries late this morning and into the afternoon. Winds will pick up speed, shifting from the northwest at 20 km/h to the southwest near noon, gusting to 40 km/h. The high will reach -7°C, but wind chills will make it feel closer to -18°C this morning.
Tonight: Gusty Winds and Overnight Flurries
Tonight will remain cloudy, with a 40% chance of flurries early in the evening. However, a more persistent round of flurries will begin near midnight. Winds from the southwest will intensify to 40 km/h, gusting up to 60 km/h. With a low temperature of -9°C and a wind chill near -19°C, it’ll be a cold and windy night—perfect for a cozy indoor evening.
Monday: Snow Squalls and Blowing Snow
Monday brings active weather to Sudbury, so be ready for rapidly changing conditions. Flurries will dominate the morning forecast, with heavier bursts of snow expected to begin near noon. There’s even a risk of snow squalls developing in the afternoon, along with local blowing snow due to strong southwest winds gusting up to 70 km/h.
The high for the day will reach -2°C, but once again, wind chills will make it feel much colder—about -18°C in the morning and -10°C in the afternoon. Sudbury could see local snowfall accumulations of 5 cm, so keep your snow shovels handy!
Monday night will bring clearing skies with some clouds, but flurries may linger at times. Temperatures will plunge to a frigid -21°C overnight, so brace for a deep freeze.
Tuesday: More Flurries and Colder Temperatures
Tuesday’s forecast calls for cloudy skies and a 60% chance of flurries during the day. The high will be -11°C, making it one of the colder days in the short-term forecast. Periods of snow are expected Tuesday night, with a low of -12°C, so Sudbury will remain in winter’s icy grip.
What to Wear and How to Prepare
It’s going to be cold, windy, and snowy, so winter warriors, take note:
- Today: A warm winter coat, scarf, gloves, and insulated boots are a must. Don’t forget to protect your face and ears from the biting wind chill.
- Tonight and Monday: Add windproof layers, and if you’re out during snow squalls, goggles might not be a bad idea to shield your eyes from blowing snow.
Travel could be tricky, especially Monday afternoon, with blowing snow and possible squalls reducing visibility. If you’re driving, keep an emergency kit in your vehicle and take it slow on the roads.
Sudbury Weather History: January 26
On this day in Sudbury’s weather history, the record high temperature was a surprising 6.1°C in 1944, while the record low was a teeth-chattering -39.4°C in 1972. This year’s forecast falls somewhere comfortably (or uncomfortably) in the middle.
Final Thoughts: Snow Squalls Incoming
Sudbury is bracing for a snowy, windy start to the week, with potential snow squalls and icy wind chills making Monday a day to prepare for. Whether you’re shoveling, driving, or just walking the dog, be sure to dress warmly and stay safe in the blustery conditions. Winter is alive and well in Sudbury, so embrace the chill—or at least tolerate it with some hot chocolate.
