Winter’s Grip Eases – But Not Without One Last Icy Waltz
SUDBURY – WEATHER – Good morning from the Nickel City! As of 6:00 AM EDT at Greater Sudbury Airport, it’s a crisp -9.5°C, feeling like a frosty -16°C thanks to a steady north-northwest wind blowing at 14 km/h. Skies are mostly cloudy now, but there’s sunshine on the horizon. Visibility is excellent at 24 km, and the barometric pressure is at 101.8 kPa and rising — a sign that conditions will improve briefly before they get a bit… interesting again. Humidity sits at a dry 61%, making for a chilly but fresh northern Ontario morning.
Today: Sun, Cloud, and That “Just One More Layer” Kind of Cold
Expect a mix of sun and cloud early on, but Sudbury is set to brighten up as skies clear through the morning. Winds will shift northwest and pick up to 20 km/h, pushing the wind chill down to a frosty -17°C early in the day. The high will reach a modest +1°C, so while spring is tiptoeing in, winter is still lounging around the edges. The UV index hits a moderate 3 — sunglasses are fine, just make sure they pair well with a toque and scarf.
Tonight, things get crystal clear with winds calming down to 15 km/h or less. Temperatures will dip to -8°C, with a wind chill near -13 overnight. A perfect night for stargazing… as long as you do it from indoors.
Thursday and Beyond: The Weather Rollercoaster Rides Again
Thursday is shaping up to be a bit of a wildcard. The day starts with a mix of sun and cloud, but by afternoon there’s a 60% chance of rain showers, possibly flipping to flurries or wet snow later. A gusty southwest wind at 30 km/h (gusting to 50) will keep things brisk despite the high reaching +4°C. Wind chills in the morning will still flirt with -13°C, so don’t shed that winter coat just yet.
Thursday night cools right back down with cloudy periods and a low of -11°C. And just when you thought it might start to level out — Friday and Saturday are calling for more unsettled skies. Expect a 60% chance of snow or rain Friday with a high of 0°C, and snow or rain continues through Saturday. Saturday night may even bring a slick surprise of freezing rain or snow, dipping to -7°C. It’s March in Sudbury — unpredictability is tradition.
Historical Weather Trivia
On this date in Sudbury’s weather history, the warmest March 26th recorded hit a spring-like 18.9°C back in 1945. The coldest? A shivery -30.6°C, way back in 1972. So, in classic Sudbury fashion, today’s chilly -10°C morning is somewhere comfortably in the middle!
Wardrobe Warnings and Weather-Savvy Suggestions
Bundle up for the morning with layers, insulated gloves, and windproof gear — you’ll thank yourself. With sunny skies later today, you might be tempted to trade the parka for something lighter, but don’t get fooled by the sun: keep the coat nearby. For Thursday, waterproof layers are your best friend. And come Friday and Saturday, bring out the rubber boots, raincoat, and perhaps some patience — it could get messy out there.
Weather Trivia: Sudbury’s Snowy Stat Sheet
Did you know? Greater Sudbury averages over 250 cm of snow each year — that’s taller than a hockey net! No wonder winter tends to overstay its welcome.
