THUNDER BAY – Weather – As we enter the first weekend of October, Northern Ontario’s remote First Nations communities will experience typical fall conditions, including cool temperatures, cloudy skies, and the possibility of light snow and frost. Below is a detailed forecast for each community, including current conditions, wind patterns, barometric pressure, and wardrobe suggestions. Plus, enjoy some interesting weather trivia for each area.
Marten Falls (Ogoki Post), Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: 4°C
- Winds: Northwest at 15 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1018 hPa
- Skies: Cloudy
October 4, 2024 (Friday)
- Forecast: Cloudy with light snow showers in the afternoon. Winds from the northwest at 20 km/h. High of 5°C.
- Evening Conditions: Cloudy, with a chance of frost. Temperatures dropping to -1°C overnight.
- Wardrobe: Warm jacket and gloves, with waterproof gear for potential snow.
October 5-6, 2024 (Saturday-Sunday)
- Saturday: Cloudy in the morning, clearing in the afternoon. High of 4°C, winds from the northwest at 15 km/h.
- Sunday: Clear and cold, with a high of 3°C and light winds. Frost expected overnight.
Marten Falls Weather Trivia
Did you know? Marten Falls has experienced October snow as early as the first week, with temperatures plunging to as low as -10°C in 1995.
Sandy Lake, Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: 3°C
- Winds: Northwest at 10 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1019 hPa
- Skies: Overcast
October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Friday: Overcast with light snow showers in the afternoon, high of 4°C, northwest winds at 15 km/h. Evening temperatures drop to -2°C with frost.
- Saturday: Cloudy in the morning with sunny breaks in the afternoon, high of 3°C, frost likely overnight.
- Sunday: Clear skies, high of 2°C. Temperatures dropping to -3°C overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Wear a heavy coat, hat, and gloves. Waterproof boots are recommended for the potential snow showers.
Sandy Lake Weather Trivia
Sandy Lake has seen measurable snowfall as early as October 3, with significant frost becoming common by mid-October.
Bearskin Lake, Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: 2°C
- Winds: Northwest at 10 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1020 hPa
- Skies: Cloudy
October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Friday: Cloudy with light snow possible in the afternoon, high of 3°C. Overnight temperatures fall to -2°C, with frost likely.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 2°C. Frost expected overnight.
- Sunday: Clear and cold, high of 1°C, with overnight lows of -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Dress warmly in layers and pack gloves and a hat for cold mornings and evenings.
Bearskin Lake Weather Trivia
In 1989, Bearskin Lake recorded its coldest October temperature at -15°C, with snow arriving in the first week.
Sachigo Lake, Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: 2°C
- Winds: Northwest at 15 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1021 hPa
- Skies: Cloudy
October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Friday: Cloudy with light snow possible, high of 3°C. Overnight lows near -1°C with frost.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high of 2°C, with frost likely overnight.
- Sunday: Clear skies, high of 1°C. Expect freezing overnight temperatures.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Warm winter clothing, including a coat and insulated boots, is recommended.
Sachigo Lake Weather Trivia
Sachigo Lake often sees its first frost by early October, and snowfalls can occur well before mid-October.
KI (Big Trout Lake), Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: 3°C
- Winds: Northwest at 10 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1020 hPa
- Skies: Overcast
October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Friday: Cloudy with a few snow flurries possible in the afternoon, high of 4°C. Evening temperatures drop to -2°C.
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, with a high of 3°C. Frost likely overnight.
- Sunday: Clear skies, high of 2°C, frost expected in the evening.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Bundle up with warm clothing and layer appropriately, especially for frosty mornings.
Big Trout Lake Weather Trivia
Big Trout Lake has seen temperatures fall to -18°C by late October, making it one of the coldest regions in Northern Ontario.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn), Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: -1°C
- Winds: Northwest at 20 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1023 hPa
- Skies: Overcast
October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Friday: Cloudy with light snow, high of 0°C. Temperatures will fall to -3°C overnight.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high of -1°C, with frost expected overnight.
- Sunday: Clear skies, high of -2°C. Overnight temperatures will drop to -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Full winter gear, including heavy coats, gloves, and hats, is necessary, particularly with the cold winds.
Fort Severn Weather Trivia
Fort Severn has recorded one of the coldest October temperatures in Ontario, with lows reaching -22°C in 1975.
Kasabonika, Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: 1°C
- Winds: Northwest at 15 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1022 hPa
- Skies: Overcast
October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Friday: Cloudy with light snow showers in the afternoon, high of 2°C. Overnight lows will reach -3°C with frost.
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, with a high of 2°C and frost likely overnight.
- Sunday: Clear skies, high of 1°C, with frost overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Warm layers, heavy coats, and gloves will be essential for the cold, especially at night.
Kasabonika Weather Trivia
In 1983, Kasabonika saw an October cold snap with temperatures as low as -20°C, one of the coldest in the area for this month.
Fort Hope (Eabametoong), Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: 3°C
- Winds: Northwest at 10 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1019 hPa
- Skies: Cloudy
October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Friday: Overcast with light snow showers in the afternoon, high of 4°C. Overnight temperatures will drop to -2°C.
- Saturday: Cloudy in the morning, clearing by afternoon. High of 3°C, with frost expected overnight.
- Sunday: Clear and sunny, high of 2°C. Frost overnight as temperatures dip to -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Wear heavy coats and warm layers to stay comfortable in the chilly conditions, especially in the evenings.
Fort Hope Weather Trivia
Fort Hope has seen its earliest recorded snowfall on October 2, 1995, with 12 cm of snow.
Attawapiskat, Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast
Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)
- Temperature: -1°C
- Winds: Northwest at 20 km/h
- Barometric Pressure: 1021 hPa
- Skies: Overcast
October 4-6, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
- Friday: Overcast with light snow, high of 0°C. Overnight temperatures will fall to -3°C with frost.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy with a high of 1°C. Frost expected overnight.
- Sunday: Clear skies, high of 0°C, with frost likely overnight as temperatures fall to -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Bundle up with winter gear, including a heavy jacket, gloves, and insulated boots for the cold weather.
Attawapiskat Weather Trivia
Attawapiskat is no stranger to early winter weather, with the first snowfall often occurring in early October. The coldest October temperature recorded was -23°C in 1982.
Summary of Conditions
The weekend will bring cold and frosty weather to Marten Falls, Sandy Lake, Bearskin Lake, Sachigo Lake, Big Trout Lake (KI), Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn), Kasabonika, Fort Hope, and Attawapiskat. Expect cloudy skies with light snow, clearing by Sunday. Daytime highs will range from -1°C to 5°C, with overnight lows dropping below freezing, resulting in frost.
Wardrobe Recap:
- October 4: Medium-weight jacket with waterproof gear for possible snow.
- October 5: Warm layers and a heavier jacket as frost sets in overnight.
- October 6: Winter clothing, including gloves and hats, to stay comfortable in frosty conditions.
