Thunder Bay – WEATHER – The northern regions of Ontario are experiencing a shift towards early winter conditions, with cooler temperatures, overnight frost, and periods of snow and wind.
As the seasons change, the fall hunting season continues as a vital and very needed part of the culture. Harvesting a moose or caribou means meat for the family for the winter. All the best for your hunt.
Here is a detailed weather forecast for the next three days for each community, highlighting current conditions, barometric pressure, winds, and what to expect in terms of weather.
Marten Falls (Ogoki Post)
Current Conditions: On October 9, Marten Falls is under partly cloudy skies with a temperature of 3°C. Winds are light from the northwest at 10 km/h, and barometric pressure reads 1020 hPa, indicating stable weather.
Forecast:
- October 9: Mostly clear, with a high of 5°C. Winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. Overnight, temperatures will drop to -2°C, with widespread frost expected.
- October 10: Clear skies, with highs around 4°C and lows near -3°C, leading to a cold, frosty morning.
- October 11: Partly cloudy, high of 6°C, and overnight lows of -1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Medium-weight jackets during the day, with heavier coats, gloves, and hats for colder mornings and evenings.
Weather Trivia: Marten Falls recorded one of its earliest snowfalls in October 1984, with 8 cm of snow by mid-month.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)
Current Conditions: Fort Severn is experiencing overcast skies with snow showers and a temperature of -3°C. Winds are strong from the north at 30 km/h, with barometric pressure at 1009 hPa, indicating stormy weather.
Forecast:
- October 9: Snow showers throughout the day, with accumulations of up to 5 cm. High of -2°C, with strong winds making it feel much colder. Overnight lows near -8°C.
- October 10: Snow tapering off, but cold. Highs of -4°C, with overnight lows around -10°C.
- October 11: Clear skies, with a high of -2°C and continued cold temperatures overnight (-8°C).
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full winter gear, including insulated jackets, boots, gloves, and hats, to manage the cold and windchill.
Weather Trivia: Fort Severn holds the record for one of the coldest October days in Ontario, with temperatures dropping to -18°C on October 12, 1976.
Fort Hope (Eabametoong)
Current Conditions: Light snow is falling in Fort Hope, with a temperature of 1°C and light winds at 10 km/h from the northwest. Barometric pressure reads 1018 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 9: Light snow in the morning, high of 2°C. Overnight, temperatures will fall to -3°C, with frost forming.
- October 10: Mostly clear, high of 3°C, and overnight lows of -4°C.
- October 11: Partly cloudy skies, with a high of 4°C and lows of -2°C at night.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Winter jackets, gloves, and waterproof boots will be essential for handling the cold and light snow.
Weather Trivia: Fort Hope experienced its earliest October snowfall on October 7, 1991, when 10 cm of snow fell overnight.
Sachigo Lake
Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, with a temperature of 0°C and light northwest winds at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1017 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 9: Mostly clear, with a high of 1°C. Overnight temperatures will drop to -5°C, leading to frost.
- October 10: Sunny skies, high of 2°C, and lows of -6°C.
- October 11: Partly cloudy, with highs of 3°C and overnight lows near -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy coats, hats, and gloves will be required due to the frosty mornings and cold days.
Weather Trivia: Sachigo Lake saw its first October snowfall on October 10, 1990, with 5 cm of snow recorded.
KI (Big Trout Lake)
Current Conditions: Overcast skies with light snow and a temperature of -1°C. Winds are light at 15 km/h from the northwest, and barometric pressure is 1018 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 9: Light snow throughout the day, with a high of 1°C. Overnight lows will reach -6°C, causing frost.
- October 10: Clear skies, high of 2°C, with lows of -7°C.
- October 11: Partly cloudy, with highs reaching 3°C and lows around -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated clothing, including heavy winter coats, boots, and gloves, will be necessary throughout the week.
Weather Trivia: Big Trout Lake recorded its coldest October temperature of -15°C on October 10, 1975.
Sandy Lake
Current Conditions: Currently overcast with a temperature of 2°C and light northwest winds at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1017 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 9: Light snow showers in the morning, with a high of 3°C. Overnight temperatures will dip to -4°C.
- October 10: Clear skies, with a high of 2°C and overnight lows of -6°C.
- October 11: Partly cloudy, with highs of 3°C and overnight lows of -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy winter jackets, gloves, and scarves will be required due to the frosty mornings and cold weather.
Weather Trivia: Sandy Lake’s earliest October snowfall was recorded on October 5, 1992, with 7 cm of snow.
Cat Lake
Current Conditions: Cloudy with a temperature of 1°C and winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1019 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 9: Partly cloudy, with a high of 2°C. Overnight lows will fall to -4°C.
- October 10: Clear skies, high of 3°C, with lows of -6°C.
- October 11: Mostly sunny, with a high of 4°C and lows near -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered winter clothing, gloves, and hats will be necessary, especially in the mornings and evenings.
Weather Trivia: Cat Lake saw its first measurable October snowfall on October 9, 1986, with 5 cm of snow.
Kasabonika Lake
Current Conditions: Light snow is falling, with temperatures at -1°C and light winds at 15 km/h from the northwest. Barometric pressure is 1018 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 9: Snow showers throughout the day, with a high of 1°C. Overnight lows will drop to -5°C, bringing frost.
- October 10: Clear skies, high of 3°C, with lows of -6°C.
- October 11: Partly cloudy, with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy jackets, boots, gloves, and scarves will be necessary to stay warm in the cold, snowy weather.
Weather Trivia: Kasabonika Lake experienced its coldest October temperature on October 9, 1989, with a low of -12°C.
Neskantaga (Landsdowne House)
Current Conditions: Currently 1°C with light snow and winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1016 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 9: Cloudy with snow showers, high of 2°C. Overnight lows will reach -4°C.
- October 10: Clear skies, high of 3°C, with lows of -5°C.
- October 11: Partly cloudy, high of 4°C, and overnight lows of -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Warm jackets, gloves, and waterproof boots will be required for the cold, frosty weather.
Weather Trivia: Neskantaga’s earliest October snowstorm occurred on October 7, 1992, with 8 cm of snow.
Attawapiskat
Current Conditions: Snow is currently falling in Attawapiskat, with a temperature of -2°C and moderate winds at 25 km/h from the north. Barometric pressure is 1008 hPa.
Forecast:
- October 9: Snow will continue, with accumulations up to 7 cm. Daytime highs will be around -1°C, with nighttime lows of -8°C.
- October 10: Snow tapering off, but cold, with highs of -2°C and overnight lows of -9°C.
- October 11: Clear skies, with highs of -1°C and lows near -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Full winter gear, including insulated coats, gloves, boots, and scarves, will be necessary throughout the week.
Weather Trivia: Attawapiskat recorded its earliest October snowfall on October 6, 1995, with 10 cm of snow.
Summary
Northern Ontario’s communities are facing cold, snowy conditions, with clear skies and frost expected overnight throughout October 9, 10, and 11. Daytime temperatures will remain cold, ranging from -2°C to 5°C, while overnight lows will dip well below freezing, bringing frost and the first significant snowfalls in some areas. Winds will be light to moderate, with stronger gusts in northern communities like Fort Severn and Attawapiskat.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy winter jackets, gloves, hats, scarves, and waterproof boots are essential to stay warm in the cold and snowy conditions expected across all regions.
