Light Snow, Heavy Wind, and a Little Sunshine Tease the Nickel City

Saturday Forecast: Winter Holds On with Gusto

Greater Sudbury wakes up to a snowy spectacle this morning, with light snow and drifting flakes swirling about at the airport as of 7:00 AM EDT.

The temperature is holding steady at -9.9°C, but the stiff northern wind—clocking in at 34 km/h with gusts reaching 51 km/h—is making it feel like a bone-chilling -20°C. Visibility is limited to 4 km thanks to blowing snow, and the humidity sits at a brisk 77%. The barometric pressure is at 100.3 kPa and on the rise, signalling a bit of stability on the way… for now.

Flurries will taper off early this morning, leaving behind a 40 percent chance of leftover snowflakes lingering through the cloudy skies.

By noon, expect the clouds to break into a mix of sun and cloud, offering some visual warmth even if the actual warmth is… modest at best. Temperatures will dip briefly to -12°C before rising slightly in the afternoon, but don’t expect much relief—the wind chill stays in deep winter territory, ranging from -20 this morning to -15 later today. Gusty northwest winds up to 50 km/h will keep things feeling colder than they are. UV index? A moderate 3, so there’s still enough sun to warrant shades if you’re braving the outdoors.

Tonight: Clear Skies, Colder Vibes

Tonight brings clarity—and cold. The wind will ease to a gentle north breeze at 20 km/h before going calm, but that won’t stop the mercury from plummeting to -17°C overnight. Expect the wind chill to feel like -20°C, so if you’re heading out after dark, be prepared to dress like you’re stepping into a freezer.

Sunday March 23: A Sun-Soaked Start Before Snow Returns

Sunday brings a golden gift: sunny skies and relatively calm winds up to 15 km/h. But don’t be fooled—the morning will start at a bracing -21°C with the wind chill, only climbing to a daytime high of -1°C (which, frankly, feels like a heatwave compared to Saturday). The afternoon wind chill improves slightly to -5°C. Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, because Sunday night takes a snowy turn once more, with a low of -6°C and accumulating snow expected.

Monday March 24: Classic Spring Confusion – Snow with a Side of Flurries

Monday keeps things interesting with a full-on snow day and a daytime high of +1°C—just warm enough to melt your hopes of an early spring. By night, the clouds linger with a 60 percent chance of flurries and a low of -6°C. Mother Nature is clearly not done reminding us who’s boss.

What to Wear?

Today is all about wind protection and insulation. Think parka, scarf, toque, thermal gloves, and boots that can handle snow drifts. Sunday lets you unbundle just a little, but you’ll still need layers and a warm coat. Monday’s forecast? Keep that snow gear handy—it’s not time to retire the shovel yet.

Historical Snapshot

On March 22, Sudbury has seen a wide range of moods from Mother Nature. The warmest temperature ever recorded on this date was 14.3°C in 2012, while the coldest was a deep-freeze of -30.6°C back in 1960. Compared to those extremes, today’s chill is fairly on-brand for a Northern Ontario spring transition.

Weather Trivia Time!

Did you know Sudbury’s unique location on the Canadian Shield means it often gets hit with heavier snow due to orographic lift? That’s when moist air gets forced upward by terrain, cooling and condensing into—you guessed it—more snow! So next time you’re shovelling, you can blame geography.