THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Northern regions of Ontario experience increasingly colder temperatures, with many communities seeing early signs of winter. Expect overcast skies, chances of snow, and brisk winds across these remote communities.
Here is a comprehensive forecast for each community, including current weather conditions, barometric pressure, wind speeds, and detailed wardrobe suggestions for those living in the far north.
Marten Falls (Ogoki Post)
Current Conditions: On October 8, Marten Falls is under cloudy skies with a temperature of 2°C. Winds are moderate from the northwest at 15 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1019 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 8: Expect light snow showers in the afternoon, with a high of 3°C. Winds will continue from the northwest, adding a chill to the air. Overnight temperatures will drop to -3°C, bringing widespread frost.
- October 9: Cloudy with a chance of flurries in the morning, high of 2°C, with low temperatures of -4°C overnight.
- October 10: Clear skies will return, but temperatures will remain cold, with highs of 1°C and lows dipping to -5°C overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter coats, gloves, and insulated footwear will be necessary throughout the week. Morning frost will require heavier outer layers, especially for early morning activities.
Weather Trivia: Marten Falls recorded its earliest October snowfall on October 7, 1985, with 5 cm falling overnight.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)
Current Conditions: Fort Severn is currently experiencing snow with temperatures around -1°C. Winds are gusty at 30 km/h from the northwest, and barometric pressure is at 1008 hPa, indicating stormy conditions.
Forecast:
- October 8: Heavy snow throughout the day, with accumulations of 5-8 cm. Winds will remain strong, with gusts up to 40 km/h. Overnight lows will fall to -7°C, with wind chill making it feel much colder.
- October 9: Snow will taper off, but cold air remains. Highs will only reach -2°C, with lows near -8°C.
- October 10: Clearer skies, but temperatures will remain below freezing, with a high of -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full winter gear is essential, including insulated coats, hats, gloves, and snow boots. Wind chill will make conditions feel much colder, so dress in layers.
Weather Trivia: Fort Severn holds the record for one of the coldest October days in Ontario, with temperatures falling to -18°C on October 12, 1976.
Fort Hope (Eabametoong)
Current Conditions: Fort Hope is cloudy with light snow flurries and a temperature of 1°C. Winds are light at 10 km/h from the northwest, and the barometric pressure is 1017 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 8: Light snow will continue throughout the day, with a high of 2°C. Winds will remain light, but temperatures will drop to -4°C overnight, leading to frost.
- October 9: Partly cloudy with flurries possible in the morning, high of 2°C, and lows of -5°C at night.
- October 10: Sunny skies but colder, with daytime highs around 1°C and overnight lows reaching -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: A winter jacket, gloves, and insulated boots will be essential for outdoor activities, particularly during early mornings and evenings when frost is likely.
Weather Trivia: Fort Hope saw its first measurable October snowstorm on October 9, 1991, with 10 cm of snow.
Sachigo Lake
Current Conditions: Light snow is falling in Sachigo Lake, with temperatures currently at 0°C. Winds are from the northwest at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure is at 1016 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 8: Snow showers will persist throughout the day, with a high of 1°C. Overnight lows will drop to -5°C, with frost likely.
- October 9: Mostly cloudy, with highs of 1°C. Frost overnight as temperatures drop to -6°C.
- October 10: Clear skies but cold, with highs reaching only 0°C and lows dipping to -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full winter gear is required, with heavy coats, gloves, and boots to protect against snow and freezing temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Sachigo Lake experienced its coldest October day on October 11, 1984, when temperatures fell to -14°C.
KI (Big Trout Lake)
Current Conditions: Overcast skies with a temperature of 1°C. Winds are light from the northwest, and the barometric pressure is at 1018 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 8: Light snow throughout the day, with highs of 2°C. Overnight temperatures will drop to -5°C, leading to frost.
- October 9: Cloudy with snow flurries in the morning, with a high of 1°C and a low of -6°C.
- October 10: Clear skies but cold, with highs of 0°C and overnight lows around -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated outerwear, including gloves and a hat, will be needed for the entire week, especially as frost becomes more frequent.
Weather Trivia: Big Trout Lake recorded its coldest October temperature of -15°C on October 10, 1975.
Sandy Lake
Current Conditions: Currently experiencing overcast skies with light snow and a temperature of 1°C. Winds are blowing from the northwest at 15 km/h, with a barometric pressure of 1015 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 8: Expect light snow throughout the day, with highs reaching 2°C. Overnight lows will drop to -4°C, leading to frost.
- October 9: Partly cloudy with flurries in the morning, with a high of 1°C and lows of -5°C overnight.
- October 10: Clear skies with a high of 1°C and overnight lows reaching -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavier winter gear, including boots and gloves, will be required throughout the week due to cold and snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Sandy Lake’s earliest recorded snowfall happened on October 5, 1992, with 8 cm of snow.
Cat Lake
Current Conditions: Cloudy skies with temperatures hovering around 2°C. Winds are from the northwest at 10 km/h, with a barometric pressure of 1018 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 8: Light snow showers throughout the day, with a high of 2°C. Overnight temperatures will fall to -3°C, leading to frost.
- October 9: Cloudy skies with possible morning flurries, highs of 1°C, and lows of -4°C at night.
- October 10: Clear skies, with highs reaching 1°C and overnight lows of -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter jackets, gloves, and insulated footwear will be necessary, especially during early mornings and evenings as frost is expected.
Weather Trivia: Cat Lake recorded its first measurable October snowfall on October 7, 1986, with 7 cm of snow.
Kasabonika Lake
Current Conditions: Cloudy with a temperature of 0°C. Winds are blowing from the northwest at 15 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1017 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 8: Light snow showers are expected, with highs reaching 1°C. Overnight lows will drop to -5°C.
- October 9: Cloudy with scattered flurries, with a high of 0°C and lows dipping to -6°C.
- October 10: Clear skies, with temperatures reaching 1°C and dropping to -7°C overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Warm layers, winter coats, and gloves will be needed for the cold weather and snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Kasabonika Lake recorded its coldest October temperature at -12°C on October 9, 1989.
Neskantaga (Landsdowne House)
Current Conditions: Overcast with temperatures around 1°C. Winds are from the northwest at 10 km/h, with a barometric pressure of 1016 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 8: Cloudy skies with light snow, with highs of 2°C. Overnight lows will fall to -4°C.
- October 9: Cloudy with scattered snow flurries, highs of 1°C, and lows of -5°C.
- October 10: Clear skies but cold, with highs of 0°C and overnight lows around -6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy coats, gloves, and scarves will be needed for outdoor activities, especially in the mornings when frost is expected.
Weather Trivia: Neskantaga saw its first October snowstorm on October 8, 1992, with 6 cm of snow.
Attawapiskat
Current Conditions: Snow is currently falling, with temperatures at -2°C and winds from the northwest at 25 km/h. Barometric pressure is at 1009 hPa, indicating continued snow.
Forecast:
- October 8: Snow will continue throughout the day, with accumulations of up to 6 cm. Daytime highs will remain at -1°C, with overnight lows of -6°C.
- October 9: Light snow flurries in the morning, with a high of -2°C and overnight lows reaching -7°C.
- October 10: Clear skies but cold, with highs of -2°C and lows near -8°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full winter gear, including insulated coats, boots, and gloves, will be essential due to the snow and cold temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Attawapiskat recorded its earliest snowfall on October 6, 1995, with 10 cm of snow.
Summary
Northern Ontario’s remote communities are facing cold, snowy, and windy conditions from October 8 to 10, 2024. Snowfall and frosty mornings will be common, with temperatures rarely rising above freezing. The chilly weather will demand full winter gear, including heavy coats, gloves, and insulated boots.
