Monday, February 10, 2025 – Winter’s Deep Freeze Continues
Bitter cold in Thunder Bay today with flurries, wind chills near -27°C, and a risk of frostbite. More frigid nights ahead with lows reaching -26°C. Stay warm!
Good morning, Thunder Bay! If you’re heading out this morning, be sure to bundle up—it’s another frigid start to the day. As of 7:00 AM, the temperature sits at -18.1°C, but thanks to a west-southwest wind at 9 km/h, it feels like -24°C outside.
Humidity is at 82%, and visibility is a solid 24 km, though that could change as flurries develop later in the day. The barometric pressure is 102.7 kPa and rising, but that doesn’t mean winter is easing up anytime soon.
Flurries and Bitter Wind Chills Today
The morning starts off mostly cloudy with a 30% chance of flurries, but as we head toward noon, that increases to a 70% chance of flurries. Winds will pick up significantly, shifting to the west at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h.
This will keep things feeling extra cold, with a high of -12°C, but a wind chill of -27°C this morning and -20°C this afternoon. If you’re outside for any length of time, frostbite can develop quickly, so make sure to cover all exposed skin.
The UV index is 1 (low), so sunburn isn’t a concern, but the sun’s reflection on the snow can still be blinding—sunglasses might come in handy.
Tonight: Cold Enough to Freeze Your Toes Off
Tonight will bring partly cloudy skies, with a 70% chance of flurries early on, dropping to 30% late this evening. Winds will remain from the northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, but will lighten up overnight.
However, that won’t stop the deep freeze from setting in—the low temperature will plummet to -21°C, with a wind chill of -28°C overnight. Frostbite risk is high, so if you must be outside, make sure to dress appropriately!
Looking Ahead: Deep Freeze Lingers
Tuesday, February 11, offers a bit of a break from the snow, as sunny skies return. But don’t let the sunshine fool you—it’s going to be brutally cold.
Winds will be from the west at 20 km/h, becoming light by late morning, but temperatures will struggle to reach a high of -16°C. The wind chill will make it feel like -29°C in the morning and -20°C in the afternoon. Frostbite can occur within minutes, so take precautions!
Tuesday night will be clear and extremely cold, with temperatures dropping to -26°C.
By Wednesday, February 12, a mix of sun and cloud will bring some variation, but temperatures will remain bitter, with a high of -13°C. The night will be partly cloudy with a low of -20°C.
Thursday, February 13, is looking bright and sunny, but with a high of -13°C. Another frigid night follows, with clear skies and a low of -26°C.
Historical Weather Trivia: When Thunder Bay Froze Over
Think today’s cold is bad? Thunder Bay has seen much worse! The coldest February 10 on record was a bone-chilling -40.6°C, recorded in 1934. By contrast, the warmest February 10 saw temperatures soar to 5.6°C in 1990—a temperature that would feel downright tropical right about now!
Wardrobe Recommendations
If you’re stepping outside today, full winter gear is a must. A thick insulated coat, thermal layers, hat, gloves, scarf, and warm boots are all non-negotiable. With wind chills dipping as low as -29°C, frostbite can set in on exposed skin in minutes. If you plan to be outside for any length of time, consider hand and foot warmers—they might just be your best friends today!
Final Thought: Stay Warm, Thunder Bay!
There’s no escaping the deep freeze this week, with frigid temperatures, gusty winds, and frequent flurries keeping winter in full force. If you don’t have to be outside, today might be a good day to stay indoors with a warm drink. But if you do venture out, dress for the Arctic-like chill and keep an eye on frostbite risks. Winter isn’t done with us yet!
