Fort Frances – Weather – As mid-October arrives, both Fort Frances and Atikokan are set to experience cool fall conditions that bring with them a mix of cloudy skies, sunshine, and frosty nights.
Weather patterns over the next few days will remain mostly stable, though a slight chance of light rain or flurries might arise toward the end of the week. As temperatures drop, it’s a reminder that winter is steadily approaching.
Current Conditions
As of the morning of October 15, 2024, Fort Frances and Atikokan are seeing partly cloudy skies with temperatures hovering around 6°C. Winds are light, coming from the northwest at 10 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1017 hPa and holding steady, indicating calm and cool weather ahead.
No immediate weather disturbances are expected.
October 15, 2024 – Tuesday
Daytime:
Tuesday will feature a mix of sun and clouds, with temperatures peaking at 10°C. Winds will continue from the northwest at 10 to 15 km/h, bringing a crisp, cool feel throughout the day. Barometric pressure will remain steady at 1018 hPa, suggesting a calm weather pattern.
Nighttime:
As evening falls, expect temperatures to drop sharply to -1°C, leading to a frosty night. The skies will clear up further, allowing for frost to settle in the early morning hours. Winds will diminish and remain light overnight.
Sunrise: 7:35 AM
Sunset: 6:24 PM
October 16, 2024 – Wednesday
Daytime:
Wednesday will bring more cloud cover compared to Tuesday, but some sunny breaks will still appear in the afternoon. The daytime high will reach 8°C, and winds will shift slightly to the northeast at 10 km/h, maintaining a cool breeze. Barometric pressure will rise slightly to 1019 hPa, signaling another stable day, though temperatures will remain cool.
Nighttime:
The nighttime low will hover around 0°C, with mostly clear skies and some frost forming in the early hours. Winds will remain light, and conditions will stay dry.
Sunrise: 7:37 AM
Sunset: 6:21 PM
October 17, 2024 – Thursday
Daytime:
Thursday will be mostly cloudy, with a 30% chance of light rain or flurries developing in the afternoon. The temperature will peak at 7°C, with winds from the east at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure will drop to 1012 hPa, indicating the possibility of a weak frontal system moving in, bringing with it a slight chance of precipitation.
Nighttime:
As the evening progresses, temperatures will drop to 1°C. The cloud cover will persist, and the chance of light rain or snow flurries will continue through the night.
Sunrise: 7:39 AM
Sunset: 6:19 PM
Wardrobe Suggestions
Given the cool temperatures and frosty mornings, residents in Fort Frances and Atikokan should prepare for typical fall conditions by layering their clothing. Medium-weight jackets will be sufficient for the daytime, but in the early mornings and evenings, warmer coats, hats, gloves, and scarves will be necessary, especially as frost is likely on October 15th and 16th.
For those heading out in the afternoon, light sweaters and wind-resistant jackets will keep you comfortable. On October 17th, keep rain gear handy as there is a slight chance of light rain or even a few snow flurries in the late afternoon or evening.
Weather Trivia
Fort Frances and Atikokan have seen early snowfall in past Octobers. In October 17, 1969, both communities recorded their earliest measurable snowfall, with 4 cm blanketing the ground by the end of the day. While snow isn’t in the forecast for this week, the cooler conditions and frosty mornings serve as a reminder that winter is fast approaching in this part of Northwestern Ontario.
