Mild Temperatures, Gusty Winds, and a Mix of Flurries and Drizzle
Thunder Bay is Ontario’s warmest city today at 4°C! Expect gusty winds, cloudy skies, and a mix of rain and flurries. Cooler air returns tonight
At 7:00 AM EST, Thunder Bay takes the title of Ontario’s “Hot Spot” with a balmy 4.1°C—not exactly beach weather, but warm by February standards! Despite the mild start, cloudy skies, gusty winds, and a mix of rain and flurries will keep things feeling wintery. The barometric pressure is 98.7 kPa and rising, meaning conditions should gradually stabilize.
Today: A Mix of Rain, Snow, and Strong Winds
Earlier snow and rain will taper off this morning, but cloudy skies remain with a 40% chance of drizzle or flurries. By the afternoon, expect a 40% chance of rain showers or flurries, as temperatures hold steady near +3°C.
Winds will be strong from the west at 30 km/h, gusting to 60 km/h, adding a bite to the air. While 4°C sounds nice, the wind will make it feel chillier than the thermometer suggests.
Tonight: Cooling Down with More Flurries Possible
The cloudy skies stick around, with a 40% chance of rain showers or flurries early in the evening, shifting to just flurries near midnight. Winds from the west at 20 km/h will ease off, but temperatures will drop to -5°C, with a wind chill of -7°C overnight.
Tuesday, February 25: Cloudy and Cooler
Tuesday morning starts with a 30% chance of flurries, then remains cloudy throughout the day. Winds will be light, up to 15 km/h, but the high will only reach 0°C, and the morning wind chill of -7°C will make for a cold start.
Tuesday night continues with cloudy skies and a 30% chance of flurries, with a low of -4°C.
Midweek Outlook: A Bit of Sun, but Flurries Stick Around
- Wednesday, February 26: A mix of sun and cloud, with a 40% chance of flurries or rain showers and a high of +4°C.
- Wednesday Night: Cloudy, with a 40% chance of flurries and a low of -4°C.
What to Wear?
Thunder Bay’s mild start is deceiving, as gusty winds will make it feel colder than the actual temperature. A windproof jacket is a smart choice today, and if you’re out this evening, gloves and a warm hat will help as temperatures drop. By tomorrow, a winter coat will be needed again as wind chills return to the picture.
Thunder Bay Weather Trivia: A City of Temperature Extremes
Did you know that Thunder Bay holds Ontario’s record for both extreme heat and extreme cold? In July 1936, the city hit 40°C, while in January 1979, it plummeted to a bone-chilling -44°C. That’s a 84-degree temperature swing—proof that Thunder Bay weather is anything but predictable!
Final Thoughts: A Gusty, Cloudy, and Mixed-Bag Day
Thunder Bay may be Ontario’s warmest city today, but strong winds, scattered flurries, and cooling temperatures will keep things feeling wintery. If you’re heading out, dress for the wind, and be prepared for wet and slushy conditions. By midweek, a brief break of sunshine arrives, but flurries and cooler air will be sticking around.
Stay warm and enjoy your moment as Ontario’s “Hot Spot”—it won’t last long!
