Deep Freeze Continues – Frostbite Risk is High
Geraldton starts the day at -26°C with wind chills of -37°C. Bitter cold continues, with a slight midweek warm-up and flurries ahead. Frostbite risk remains high.
Geraldton is waking up to an icy -26°C this morning under clear skies at the airport. A light west wind at 5 km/h is making it feel even colder, with a wind chill of -31°C. The humidity is 77%, and visibility is at 16 km. The barometric pressure sits at 102.8 kPa, holding steady for now, but don’t let the clear conditions fool you—this is serious cold, and frostbite can occur in minutes.
Today’s Forecast: Bitter Cold with Sunshine
Despite the clear skies, today is all about the cold. Winds will remain light, up to 15 km/h, but that will do little to ease the bitter chill. The high will only reach -18°C, and the morning wind chill of -37°C means any exposed skin is at serious risk of frostbite. By the afternoon, the wind chill will improve slightly to -25°C, but that’s still brutally cold. The UV index is low at 1, so while you don’t need sunscreen, you do need full winter protection to guard against the deep freeze.
Tonight: Clear and Even Colder
If you thought today was cold, tonight takes it up a notch. Expect clear skies, but temperatures will drop to -29°C. Winds will stay light at 15 km/h, but that still brings the wind chill down to -34°C overnight. Once again, frostbite can happen in minutes, so limit time outdoors unless absolutely necessary.
Midweek Outlook: A Slight Warm-Up (But Not by Much)
Wednesday, February 12 – A Mix of Sun and Cloud
Wednesday morning will start sunny, but clouds will increase by late afternoon, bringing a 30% chance of flurries. Winds will remain light at 15 km/h, and the high will reach -13°C. However, the morning wind chill will start at -34°C before slightly improving to -16°C in the afternoon—still cold enough for frostbite concerns.
By Wednesday night, clouds take over, and the low will drop to -22°C.
Thursday, February 13 – More Clouds and Possible Flurries
Thursday will be cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries, and the high will reach -13°C. Not exactly a warm-up, but at least the deep freeze is easing slightly.
Thursday night will see cloudy periods, with a low plunging back to -26°C.
Friday, February 14 – Stubborn Cold Lingers
Friday remains cloudy, with a high of -14°C. By Friday night, there’s a 40% chance of flurries, with a low of -25°C. Valentine’s Day is shaping up to be more about hot cocoa and warm blankets than romantic evening strolls!
What to Wear: Full Arctic Gear is a Must
With wind chills dropping to -37°C this morning and -34°C tonight, full winter protection is non-negotiable:
- Thermal base layers to lock in warmth
- A thick, insulated winter coat (leave the fall jacket at home!)
- Mittens, not gloves, for better insulation
- A warm hat and scarf to protect your ears, face, and neck
- Insulated, waterproof boots to keep those toes from freezing
If you’re outside for long, take breaks indoors to prevent frostbite.
Geraldton Weather Trivia: Coldest February Day Ever?
Geraldton knows cold, but did you know the coldest February temperature on record was a jaw-dropping -45.6°C on February 15, 1943? While we’re nowhere near that level today, -37°C wind chills are nothing to mess around with.
Stay warm, stay safe, and if you can, stay indoors—it’s a perfect day for hot coffee and warm socks!
