Thunder Bay – Weather – The weather across Northwestern Ontario is set to feature a mix of autumn sunshine and clouds, with some regions seeing unseasonably warm temperatures.
A few areas, particularly Pickle Lake and Armstrong, may experience brief showers and cooler conditions, but overall, it will be a calm period for most communities.
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for October 20th, 21st, and 22nd, 2024, including current conditions, wind, barometric pressure, and wardrobe suggestions to keep you prepared for the changing weather.
Kenora
- Current Conditions: Clear skies with a temperature of 12°C. Winds from the southwest at 15 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1018 mb and steady.
- Forecast: Sunday will see sunny skies with a high of 21°C, thanks to warm winds from the south. Monday will remain sunny with highs reaching 20°C. Tuesday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, with a 40% chance of showers and a high of 18°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: Light clothing during the day, such as T-shirts and comfortable pants, will be perfect for the warmth. A light jacket may be needed for cooler evenings, especially on Tuesday with possible rain.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 7:44 AM / 6:23 PM
- Weather Trivia: Kenora experienced its hottest October day on October 7, 1997, with temperatures soaring to 26°C.
Fort Frances
- Current Conditions: Cloudy with a temperature of 10°C. Winds from the southwest at 12 km/h, and pressure is rising at 1017 mb.
- Forecast: Sunday will be sunny and warm, with a high of 20°C. Monday will bring more sunshine, with the temperature reaching a high of 21°C. Tuesday may see increasing clouds and a 40% chance of rain, with a high of 19°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: T-shirts and light sweaters during the day, but bring a raincoat or umbrella on Tuesday for the potential rain in the afternoon.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 7:42 AM / 6:21 PM
- Weather Trivia: Fort Frances saw its warmest October on record in 1963, when temperatures reached 27°C.
Sioux Lookout
- Current Conditions: Mostly sunny with a temperature of 9°C. Winds are light at 10 km/h from the northwest, with a barometric pressure of 1016 mb.
- Forecast: Sunday will be sunny and warm, with temperatures rising to 18°C. Monday will also be clear, with a high of 20°C. Tuesday will see a mix of sun and clouds with a chance of showers late in the day, reaching a high of 18°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: Lighter layers such as long-sleeved shirts and jeans will be perfect for daytime. A jacket or light coat is recommended for cooler mornings.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 7:51 AM / 6:26 PM
- Weather Trivia: In 1997, Sioux Lookout recorded its warmest October day at 26°C.
Pickle Lake (Weather Warning)
- Current Conditions: Cloudy with light rain, 5°C. Winds from the northwest at 25 km/h. Barometric pressure is steady at 1022 mb.
- Forecast: Sunday will be cool and cloudy, with occasional showers and a high of 9°C. Monday will bring partly sunny skies with a high of 10°C. Tuesday is expected to be cloudier, with a 60% chance of rain and a high of 8°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: A warm raincoat, gloves, and waterproof boots are essential, especially with wet weather and cool winds expected throughout the weekend.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 7:57 AM / 6:33 PM
- Weather Trivia: Pickle Lake experienced an early October snowstorm in 1992, with over 20 cm of snow falling in one day.
Dryden
- Current Conditions: Partly cloudy skies, with a temperature of 9°C. Winds are calm, and the pressure is steady at 1019 mb.
- Forecast: Sunday will bring sunny skies with highs of 19°C. Monday will see similar warm conditions, with a high of 20°C. Tuesday will be a bit cooler with increasing clouds and a slight chance of rain, with a high of 17°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: Light, comfortable clothing is recommended for the sunny days. A jacket may be needed for cooler evenings, particularly on Tuesday with a chance of showers.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 7:48 AM / 6:24 PM
- Weather Trivia: Dryden’s warmest October day occurred in 1987, when temperatures reached 28°C on October 4th.
Armstrong (Weather Warning)
- Current Conditions: Overcast with light showers and a temperature of 7°C. Winds from the northwest at 20 km/h, and the barometric pressure is rising at 1021 mb.
- Forecast: Sunday will be cloudy with a chance of showers in the morning, followed by partly clear skies in the afternoon, with a high of 12°C. Monday will be mostly sunny with a high of 14°C, but Tuesday will bring clouds and a 50% chance of rain, with a high of 10°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: A warm jacket and waterproof boots are necessary for the cooler, wet conditions, particularly on Sunday. Layers are ideal for Monday’s clearer skies but cool temperatures.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 8:05 AM / 6:31 PM
- Weather Trivia: Armstrong recorded its earliest October snowfall in 1985, with nearly 10 cm falling on October 1st.
Terrace Bay
- Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, with a temperature of 8°C. Winds from the northwest at 15 km/h. Barometric pressure is steady at 1017 mb.
- Forecast: Sunday will bring sunshine, with a high of 16°C. Monday will continue to be sunny, with highs reaching 17°C. Tuesday will bring increasing clouds and a slight chance of rain, with a high of 15°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: Light layers for the sunny, mild days, but a jacket will be needed for the cooler mornings and evenings.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 7:56 AM / 6:33 PM
- Weather Trivia: On October 19, 1965, Terrace Bay experienced one of its largest October snowfalls, with over 15 cm of snow falling in a single day.
Geraldton
- Current Conditions: Cloudy with a temperature of 6°C. Winds from the north at 10 km/h, and pressure is steady at 1020 mb.
- Forecast: Sunday will be sunny, with highs reaching 15°C. Monday will continue with sunshine, with temperatures around 16°C. Tuesday will be cooler, with increasing cloud cover and a high of 12°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered clothing is ideal for the warmer afternoons, but a jacket will be necessary in the cooler mornings and evenings.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 7:57 AM / 6:34 PM
- Weather Trivia: Geraldton recorded its coldest October temperature on October 28, 1991, when temperatures plunged to -19°C.
Nipigon
- Current Conditions: Cloudy with a temperature of 7°C. Winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is steady at 1018 mb.
- Forecast: Sunday will bring sunny skies with a high of 16°C. Monday will continue to be sunny and warm, with a high of 17°C. Tuesday will see more clouds and a 30% chance of showers, with temperatures around 15°C.
- Wardrobe Suggestion: Comfortable, light layers for the sunny days, with a jacket in the evenings. Prepare for potential rain on Tuesday.
- Sunrise/Sunset: 7:55 AM / 6:31 PM
- Weather Trivia: In October 1976, Nipigon recorded its biggest October snowfall, with 18 cm falling in one day.
Wardrobe Recommendations by Region
- Sunny and Warm Areas (Kenora, Fort Frances, Sioux Lookout, Dryden, Terrace Bay, Geraldton, Nipigon): Light layers, T-shirts, and comfortable pants are ideal for the sunny and warm weather during the day. A light jacket will be needed for cooler evenings.
- Cooler and Wet Areas (Pickle Lake, Armstrong): Waterproof jackets, boots, and gloves will be necessary to handle the chilly temperatures and rain showers expected over the weekend.
