Cold Morning Gives Way to Clear Skies and Milder Air
Sudbury, ON – It’s a classic Northern Ontario spring morning in Greater Sudbury, where the skies are crystal clear, but the air? Let’s just say it still has a bit of winter’s edge. At 6:00 AM EDT, the temperature at the Greater Sudbury Airport is -4.2°C, with a wind chill making it feel more like -9°C. But don’t worry, warmth is on the way — slowly but surely.
Saturday Forecast: Sunny Skies, Rising Temps
Today is shaping up to be a mainly sunny day, perfect for those looking to soak in some vitamin D after a stretch of grey. Winds will remain light, up to 15 km/h, and the high is expected to reach a pleasant 11°C by this afternoon.
The air remains quite dry, with humidity at 55% and a dew point of -11.9°C, which means while it feels cold now, it will warm up quickly with the sun’s help. The barometric pressure is currently 102.2 kPa and falling, hinting that some unsettled weather may be around the corner.
Visibility is excellent at 24 km, and with a UV index of 5 (moderate), it’s definitely a day to grab your sunglasses — and maybe a little sunscreen if you’ll be out and about.
Tonight and Sunday: Clouds Roll In, Showers on the Horizon
Tonight, skies will become increasingly cloudy, and temperatures will settle at a low of -1°C — not frigid, but cool enough to warrant keeping that jacket handy.
Sunday, April 13, brings a mix of sun and cloud early on, with skies clearing late in the morning. Winds will pick up slightly, becoming southerly at 20 km/h by midday, and temperatures will once again reach a high of 10°C. Another UV index of 5 makes it another good day for outdoor activities — at least in the daylight.
By Sunday night, however, the weather takes a wetter turn with a 40% chance of showers and an overnight low of +2°C.
Monday Outlook: Wet Start, Flurry Finish?
Monday, April 14, is expected to bring periods of showers throughout the day, with a high of 7°C. As the sun goes down and temperatures dip to -2°C, there’s a 70% chance of rain showers or flurries Monday night. It’s a gentle reminder from the season that while spring is technically here, it still hasn’t quite evicted winter for good.
Historical Weather for April 12
The record high for Sudbury on April 12 stands at a balmy 22.9°C, while the record low plunges to -17.5°C. So today’s cold morning and mild afternoon land us right in the middle of Sudbury’s infamous springtime split personality.
What Should You Wear?
Start your Saturday with a warm coat, gloves, and maybe a toque if you’re heading out early. By mid-morning, a light jacket or hoodie should do the trick. For Sunday and Monday, keep an umbrella handy, and maybe don’t fully retire those winter boots just yet — especially with flurries back in the forecast Monday night.
Sudbury Fun Fact: A City That Rebuilt the Sky
Did you know? Greater Sudbury is one of the world’s largest environmental recovery success stories. Once so polluted it looked like the moon, it’s now home to lush greenspaces — and plenty of dramatic weather swings to match its dramatic comeback!
