Heavy Snow Tapers Off, Visibility Improves—But It’s Still a Slippery Slog Through Spring
GERALDTON & GREENSTONE, ON – WEATHER REPORT – The calendar says April, but Geraldton and Greenstone are still living in a snowy state of mind this morning. A Winter Storm Warning and Snowfall Warning remain in effect, but the brunt of the storm has passed. After dumping 15 to 25 cm of snow across the region, only a couple more centimetres are expected before things settle into a flurry-filled but quieter afternoon.
As of 6:18 AM at the Geraldton Airport, it’s -4.8°C with light snow still falling. Visibility has improved to 10 km, though the landscape is still cloaked in a thick coat of white. The wind is coming in from the north-northeast at 11 km/h, bringing the wind chill down to a brisk -9°C. Humidity is sitting high at 92%, and the barometric pressure is at 99.6 kPa and holding relatively steady as the storm begins to ease.
Snow Tapers, but Don’t Stow the Shovel Yet
Periods of snow will gradually taper off from west to east this morning, transitioning into a mostly cloudy afternoon with a 30 percent chance of lingering flurries. There’s a slight risk of freezing rain early on, which could make sidewalks and roads extra tricky. Winds will pick up later this morning, shifting to the northwest at 20 km/h and gusting up to 40. The high today will barely squeak above freezing at +1°C, though the wind chill this morning is making it feel closer to -9.
UV index is low at just 1 today, which is fitting considering the heavy cloud cover and blowing snow. If you’re heading out, expect reduced traction and visibility in spots. Drive and walk like you’re on an ice rink (just… without the slapshots).
Cold Returns Tonight, Flurries Still Possible
This evening stays cloudy with a 30 percent chance of flurries before skies begin to break up overnight. Winds will ease after sunset but could still gust up to 40 km/h early in the evening. Overnight low drops to -9°C, with a wind chill feeling like -13.
Friday offers some weather relief with a mix of sun and cloud and a more comfortable high of 8°C. The morning wind chill will still be biting at -12, but winds will be light. Clouds return in the afternoon with a 30 percent chance of flurries by nightfall. Friday night’s low is forecast at -8°C.
Saturday and Sunday stay on the chilly and unsettled side. Saturday brings a 60 percent chance of flurries or rain showers with a high of just +2°C. Overnight, it cools down again to -10°C. Sunday’s forecast calls for more clouds and a 60 percent chance of flurries with a high of -3°C, and a frigid -16°C expected Sunday night.
Dress Code: Winter Layers Still Rule
Even though we’re into April, this is full-on winter wear weather. Think thermal base layers, a good insulated coat, snow boots with grip, and gloves that can still operate your phone’s touchscreen (because, priorities). With wind chills sticking around and snow on the ground, it’s not the time to switch to spring gear just yet.
Snowy Trivia from the North
Did you know Geraldton once saw a record snowfall of 44.5 cm in a single April day back in 1967? While today’s 25 cm might not break any records, it’s a solid reminder that northern Ontario’s version of spring always comes with a snowflake (or fifty).
