Bitter Cold to Start, Light Snow Incoming
Sudbury remains in a deep freeze with wind chills near -30°C this morning. Flurries expected today and tonight. Warmer by Friday. Stay bundled up!
Sudbury is starting the day in deep freeze mode, with a current temperature of -21.4°C as of 7:00 AM. A light west-northwest wind at 11 km/h is making things feel even colder, with a wind chill of -29°C—enough to make you reconsider stepping outside. Humidity is sitting at 74%, and barometric pressure is at 103.0 kPa, though it’s on a downward trend. Visibility is strong at 24 km, but the cloudy skies may dim the view.
Historically, February 19 in Sudbury has seen some dramatic temperature swings. The record high for this date is 10.7°C, recorded in 1994, while the record low plummeted to -36.1°C in 1979. So, while today is undeniably cold, it’s not quite at record-breaking levels—but it’s still plenty chilly!
Today’s Forecast: Cold and Cloudy with a Chance of Flurries
Expect mostly cloudy skies today, with a 40% chance of light flurries drifting through. Winds will remain light, reaching up to 15 km/h, but the wind chill will make it feel like -30°C this morning before slightly “warming” to -14°C this afternoon. The high will struggle to reach -11°C. With wind chills at these levels, frostbite can set in on exposed skin in as little as 10 to 30 minutes, so bundling up is a must. The UV index will be low at 1, meaning the sun won’t be much help in warming things up.
Tonight, Sudbury can expect periods of light snow, with winds still gentle at 15 km/h. Temperatures will drop to -16°C, with the wind chill making it feel like -22°C. If you’re heading out after dark, winter gear is non-negotiable.
Thursday: More Snow Before Slight Improvement
Thursday will bring continued periods of light snow in the morning, tapering off by the afternoon. Winds will remain calm, up to 15 km/h, with a high of -10°C. Wind chills will make it feel like -24°C in the morning and -17°C in the afternoon. By nighttime, skies will clear up slightly, with cloudy periods and a deep freeze setting in at -20°C.
Friday: A Sunny Break from the Gloom
Friday will bring a welcome change, with clear skies and sunshine finally making an appearance. The high will climb to -6°C, which, after the past few days, might actually feel somewhat mild. However, clouds will return Friday night, along with a 40% chance of flurries, and a low of -10°C.
Bundle Up, Sudbury!
With temperatures this frigid and wind chills nearing -30°C, it’s a full winter survival kit kind of day. Thick, insulated coats, thermal layers, gloves, scarves, and hats are all necessary. If you’re outside for any length of time, make sure all skin is covered—frostbite is a real threat at these temperatures.
Fun Weather Fact: Sudbury’s Snowfall Legacy
Did you know that Sudbury ranks among Canada’s snowiest cities? On average, the city sees over 250 cm of snow per year! That’s enough to bury a car—or build a seriously impressive snow fort.
