Thunder Bay – WEATHER – As October nears its end, Northern Ontario communities are seeing early winter’s arrival with cold temperatures, snow flurries, and increasing winds. This detailed forecast for Marten Falls, Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn), Fort Hope, Sachigo Lake, KI (Big Trout Lake), Sandy Lake, Pikangikum, Cat Lake, Kasabonika Lake, Neskantaga (Lansdowne House), Summer Beaver, Peawanuck, and Attawapiskat covers current conditions, forecasted weather, barometric pressure, winds, sunrise and sunset times, and wardrobe suggestions.
Marten Falls (Ogoki Post)
October 28: Marten Falls starts the week with overcast skies and light snow flurries. The temperature is -3°C, with winds from the northwest at 15 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1012 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:22 AM, and sunset is at 6:26 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will persist through Tuesday morning, tapering off in the afternoon. Highs will be near 0°C, with lows around -5°C as clear skies arrive for Halloween night.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A winter coat, gloves, and insulated boots are essential for the cold, snowy days ahead.
Weather Trivia: October snowfall is typical in Marten Falls, where early winter conditions often last until late spring.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)
October 28: Fort Severn is experiencing overcast skies and steady snow flurries, with a temperature of -8°C. Northeast winds at 20 km/h make it feel like -14°C, and barometric pressure is 1009 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:34 AM, and sunset is at 6:15 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will continue through Tuesday, with temperatures hovering around -6°C. Halloween night will be clear but frigid, with lows near -15°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Arctic-level winter gear, including a parka, gloves, and thermal layers, is essential.
Weather Trivia: Fort Severn often records snowfall by mid-October, making it one of the earliest locations in Ontario to transition into winter.
Fort Hope (Eabametoong)
October 28: Fort Hope starts the day under cloudy skies with light snow. Temperatures are -3°C, with northwest winds at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is steady at 1014 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:10 AM, and sunset is at 6:32 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will continue into Tuesday afternoon, clearing by Wednesday. Halloween night will be cold but dry, with temperatures falling to -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A thick winter coat, scarf, and gloves are necessary for the cold, snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: October is known for bringing the first lasting snow to Fort Hope, with conditions often staying cold through spring.
Sachigo Lake
October 28: Sachigo Lake experiences light snow and overcast skies, with a temperature of -5°C. Winds are light from the northwest at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure is 1013 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:24 AM, and sunset is at 6:40 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will continue through Tuesday, with drier and clearer skies expected for Halloween. Lows will drop to -10°C, especially on Halloween night.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Full winter gear, including a parka, gloves, and a hat, is essential for the snowy weather.
Weather Trivia: Sachigo Lake’s October weather can bring substantial early snowfall, with accumulations sometimes reaching over 10 cm before November.
KI (Big Trout Lake)
October 28: KI (Big Trout Lake) is experiencing light snow flurries with a temperature of -6°C. Winds from the north at 15 km/h create a wind chill of -12°C, and barometric pressure is 1011 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:28 AM, and sunset is at 6:42 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will linger into Tuesday afternoon, clearing by Halloween. The temperature will remain below freezing, with nighttime lows around -11°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated winter outerwear, including gloves and thermal boots, is necessary for the cold weather.
Weather Trivia: Big Trout Lake typically sees its first heavy snow in October, with temperatures staying below freezing until mid-spring.
Sandy Lake
October 28: Sandy Lake is experiencing cloudy skies with light snow showers and a temperature of -4°C. Winds are from the northwest at 20 km/h, giving a wind chill of -10°C. Barometric pressure is 1012 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:24 AM, and sunset is at 6:39 PM.
October 29-31: Snow showers will persist through Tuesday, with Wednesday bringing clearer skies. Halloween night will be cold, with lows near -9°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A winter coat, gloves, and insulated boots are recommended for the cold, snowy days ahead.
Weather Trivia: Sandy Lake often experiences its first lasting snowfall in October, with snow typically accumulating through the winter months.
Pikangikum
October 28: Pikangikum is experiencing overcast skies with occasional snow showers and a temperature of -3°C. Winds are calm at 10 km/h from the northwest, and barometric pressure is 1013 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:15 AM, and sunset is at 6:36 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will continue through Tuesday, with conditions clearing up by Wednesday. Halloween will be cold, with nighttime temperatures dropping to -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A winter coat and insulated gloves are recommended for the cold mornings and snow.
Weather Trivia: October typically marks the start of winter in Pikangikum, with temperatures often remaining below zero until spring.
Cat Lake
October 28: Cat Lake is under mostly cloudy skies with light snow, with a temperature of -5°C. Winds are from the northwest at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure is 1014 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:20 AM, and sunset is at 6:38 PM.
October 29-31: Snow showers will continue through Tuesday, followed by partly sunny skies on Wednesday and Halloween. The low on Halloween night will be around -8°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated winter clothing, including a scarf and gloves, is recommended to stay comfortable.
Weather Trivia: Early snowfall in Cat Lake is common, with October marking the transition to long-lasting winter conditions.
Kasabonika Lake
October 28: Kasabonika Lake is experiencing cloudy skies with light snow and a temperature of -6°C. Winds from the northwest at 20 km/h make it feel colder, and the barometric pressure is 1011 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:28 AM, and sunset is at 6:42 PM.
October 29-31: Snow flurries will continue through Tuesday, tapering off by Wednesday. Halloween will be partly cloudy and cold, with temperatures around -10°C overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Full winter gear, including a warm coat, hat, and gloves, is essential for the cold.
Weather Trivia: Snow cover frequently begins in Kasabonika Lake by October, with winter conditions persisting through the colder months.
Neskantaga (Lansdowne House)
October 28: Neskantaga is experiencing light snow with a current temperature of -5°C. Winds are from the northwest at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure is 1013 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:26 AM, and sunset is at 6:41 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will linger into Tuesday morning, followed by clearing skies. Halloween night will be clear but very cold, with lows reaching -9°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A heavy coat, scarf, and gloves are essential for the cold, snowy nights.
Weather Trivia: October in Neskantaga frequently brings lasting snow cover, with frost remaining until late spring.
Summer Beaver (Nibinamik)
October 28: Summer Beaver is experiencing overcast skies with light snow, and the temperature is -5°C. Winds are from the northwest at 10 km/h, and the barometric pressure is 1012 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:32 AM, and sunset is at 6:46 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will continue into Tuesday, clearing by Wednesday afternoon. Halloween night will be cold, with lows around -10°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated layers, including a winter coat and thermal gloves, will help keep you warm in the frigid conditions.
Weather Trivia: Snow cover typically arrives by late October in Summer Beaver, marking the transition to winter.
Peawanuck
October 28: Peawanuck is experiencing cloudy skies with light snow and a temperature of -6°C. Winds are from the northeast at 15 km/h, creating a wind chill of -11°C. Barometric pressure is 1008 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:35 AM, and sunset is at 6:12 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will persist through Tuesday, with clearing expected by Wednesday. Halloween will be cold and clear, with temperatures dropping to -11°C overnight.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Arctic-grade winter clothing, including a parka and gloves, is essential for the cold.
Weather Trivia: Peawanuck’s October snow often signals the beginning of prolonged winter conditions, with temperatures remaining below freezing.
Attawapiskat
October 28: Attawapiskat has mostly cloudy skies with light snow, and the temperature is -5°C. Winds are from the northeast at 10 km/h, with a barometric pressure of 1010 hPa. Sunrise is at 8:33 AM, and sunset is at 6:21 PM.
October 29-31: Snow will continue through Tuesday morning, clearing by Halloween. Halloween night will be cold, with lows around -9°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A winter coat, scarf, and gloves are recommended for the snowy and cold conditions.
Weather Trivia: Attawapiskat frequently sees October snowfall, which generally signals the onset of winter that continues through to spring.
