Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake in Northwestern Ontario are preparing for cool autumn weather with clear skies, colder temperatures, and frosty mornings over the next few days. Here’s a detailed forecast for October 9-11, 2024, including current conditions, barometric pressure, wind speeds, and what to expect in terms of weather.
Current Conditions
As of October 9, temperatures in both Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake are around 4°C under partly cloudy skies. Winds are light from the northwest at 10-12 km/h, and barometric pressure is at 1021 hPa, indicating stable, calm weather for the next few days.
Sunrise and Sunset Times:
- October 9: Sunrise at 7:21 AM, Sunset at 6:37 PM
- October 10: Sunrise at 7:23 AM, Sunset at 6:35 PM
- October 11: Sunrise at 7:24 AM, Sunset at 6:33 PM
Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake Weather Forecast
October 9, 2024
- Daytime: Expect partly cloudy skies with occasional sunshine. Temperatures will rise to a high of 7°C in both Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake. Winds will be light from the northwest at 10-15 km/h.
- Nighttime: Skies will clear overnight, and temperatures will dip to -1°C, leading to widespread frost in the early morning of October 10.
October 10, 2024
- Daytime: Clear, sunny skies will dominate, with a high of 6°C in both communities. Winds will remain light, coming from the north at 10 km/h, making the air feel crisp throughout the day.
- Nighttime: Frost will return as overnight lows drop to -2°C under clear skies.
October 11, 2024
- Daytime: Mostly sunny skies again with temperatures reaching 5°C during the day. Winds will stay calm, blowing lightly from the north at around 10 km/h.
- Nighttime: Skies will stay clear, and the temperature will fall to -3°C, resulting in another frosty night.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Given the cooler temperatures and frosty mornings, residents of Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake should opt for medium-weight jackets during the day and heavier coats, gloves, and scarves for early mornings and evenings. Layered clothing is essential to manage the colder morning temperatures, especially with frost expected on the ground each morning. Waterproof boots might be useful for those navigating frost-covered surfaces.
Weather Trivia
Sioux Lookout experienced one of its earliest recorded snowfalls on October 10, 1977, when 7 cm of snow fell. While snow is not expected in this forecast, the frosty conditions signal the approach of winter. Pickle Lake saw its first early October snowstorm on October 9, 1981, with 6 cm of snow.
Summary
Both Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake will experience cool and calm autumn weather from October 9 to 11, 2024. Expect daytime highs between 5°C and 7°C, while overnight lows will fall below freezing, resulting in frost each morning. Winds will remain light, making for calm weather conditions overall.
Wardrobe Recap: Medium-weight jackets and layers during the day, heavier coats, gloves, and scarves for frosty mornings and cooler evenings. Be prepared for frost on the ground each morning.
