A Chilly Start with Flurries in the Air
Geraldton weather: chilly with flurries, strong winds, and snow tonight. A mix of rain and snow expected Monday
Geraldton is waking up to light snow this morning with a temperature of -11.3°C. A light southeast wind at 5 km/h brings the wind chill down to -14°C. Humidity sits at 76%, and the barometric pressure is steady at 101.8 kPa. Visibility remains decent at 16 km, but with flurries in the forecast, conditions could shift quickly.
The rest of the morning will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of flurries. Winds will pick up, shifting to the south at 30 km/h and gusting to 50 km/h later this morning. The high for today will reach -1°C, but don’t be fooled—it will feel much colder. Wind chills will drop to -19°C in the morning before improving slightly to -8°C this afternoon. The UV index remains low at 2.
Snowy and Windy Night Ahead
Tonight, cloud cover thickens, and snow will begin late in the evening, bringing an expected accumulation of 5 cm. Winds will remain strong from the south at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, making for blustery conditions. The low will be -3°C, but as the night progresses, temperatures will rise to 0°C by morning. Wind chills will hover around -10°C earlier in the evening, so it’s a night to bundle up if heading outdoors.
Looking Ahead: A Slushy Mix of Snow and Rain
Monday will start with snow, but it will taper off in the morning, leaving behind cloudy skies. By late morning and early afternoon, there’s a 40% chance of drizzle or flurries, followed by a 40% chance of rain showers or flurries later in the afternoon. Another 2 cm of snow is expected before the wintry mix ends. Winds will shift to the west at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, helping push the temperature up to 3°C. The UV index remains low at 1.
Monday night will bring cloudy periods with a 40% chance of flurries and a sharp drop in temperature, with a low of -12°C.
Tuesday keeps things chilly with a mix of sun and cloud and a 30% chance of flurries. The high will be -2°C. By nighttime, the clouds linger with a 30% chance of flurries and a low of -6°C.
What to Wear in Geraldton
With wind chills as low as -19°C this morning and snow on the way tonight, layering is key. A warm winter coat, gloves, a hat, and insulated boots are essential. As temperatures rise slightly on Monday and bring a chance of drizzle, a waterproof layer wouldn’t hurt, especially in slushy conditions. Strong winds will add to the chill, so a windproof outer layer will keep you comfortable.
Fun Weather Trivia
Did you know that Geraldton once recorded a staggering 258 cm of snow in a single winter season? That’s nearly the height of a moose! With another round of snow expected tonight, winter is still holding on tight in this northern town.
