Thunder Bay – WEATHER – As mid-November approaches, Northwestern Ontario is settling into cooler conditions with a mix of cloud cover, light snow, and temperatures that hover around freezing.
There are weather warnings in effect for many Northern First Nation Communities as well as for Armstrong where a weather advisory is in effect.
Below is a detailed weather forecast for November 10 through November 12, 2024, covering Kenora, Dryden, Fort Frances, Atikokan, Sioux Lookout, Pickle Lake, Red Lake, Ear Falls, Nipigon, Terrace Bay, and Armstrong. Residents can expect chilly mornings, occasional snow showers, and mild daytime highs.
Kenora
November 10: Kenora will see cloudy skies with a chance of light snow flurries in the afternoon, with a high of 3°C. Winds are from the northwest at 10 km/h, and barometric pressure reads 1014 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:27 AM, and sunset at 4:48 PM.
November 11-12: Monday will bring more clouds and a high of 2°C, with snow showers expected in the evening. Tuesday will be partly cloudy with highs near 1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A medium-weight winter jacket and gloves are ideal, especially in the morning when temperatures are lower.
Weather Trivia: Kenora’s November weather can vary widely, but the first snow cover often arrives in early to mid-November.
Dryden
November 10: Dryden will have overcast skies with a slight chance of flurries, and a daytime high of 2°C. Winds are light from the northwest, and barometric pressure is steady at 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:22 AM, and sunset at 4:45 PM.
November 11-12: Snow showers may arrive Monday evening, with highs near 1°C and lows dipping to -5°C. Tuesday will be partly sunny, with a high of 0°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Warm layers and an insulated coat are recommended for the daytime, with extra layers for colder evenings.
Weather Trivia: Dryden often sees the first measurable snowfall by early November, though variable conditions can delay snow cover.
Fort Frances
November 10: Fort Frances will have mostly cloudy skies, with a high near 3°C and calm winds. The barometric pressure reads 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:21 AM, and sunset is at 4:52 PM.
November 11-12: Monday night may bring light snow with temperatures dipping to -4°C. Tuesday will see clearing skies, with highs around 1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A medium-weight jacket and gloves are ideal for the cooler temperatures, particularly in the mornings and evenings.
Weather Trivia: November in Fort Frances typically brings the first significant frost, with temperatures remaining near freezing.
Atikokan
November 10: Atikokan will see mainly cloudy skies, with a daytime high of 3°C. Winds are light, and the barometric pressure is at 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:23 AM, and sunset at 4:56 PM.
November 11-12: Monday night may bring light snow, with a high of 2°C. Tuesday will see partly sunny skies, with a high near 1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A heavier coat and warm accessories, such as gloves and a hat, are recommended for the chilly weather.
Weather Trivia: Atikokan’s November typically marks the start of steady snow accumulation, although the first snow cover can vary in timing.
Sioux Lookout
November 10: Sioux Lookout will experience cloudy skies with a 40% chance of light snow and a high near 2°C. Winds are calm, with a barometric pressure of 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:25 AM, and sunset is at 5:00 PM.
November 11-12: Monday night brings a higher chance of snow, with highs near 1°C and lows around -6°C. Tuesday will be mostly sunny with a high of 0°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered winter clothing and an insulated jacket are ideal for the colder temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Snowfall in Sioux Lookout typically starts to build in November, covering the landscape through winter.
Pickle Lake
November 10: Pickle Lake will see overcast skies with a high near 1°C and light northwest winds. Barometric pressure is steady at 1014 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:29 AM, and sunset at 5:04 PM.
November 11-12: Snow is expected Monday night, with temperatures falling to -7°C. Tuesday will see mostly clear skies with a high near 0°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter outerwear, including a warm jacket and gloves, is essential as colder conditions persist.
Weather Trivia: Pickle Lake generally sees its first lasting snow cover in November, marking the beginning of the snowy season.
Red Lake and Ear Falls
November 10: Red Lake and Ear Falls will have mostly cloudy skies with a high of 2°C and light northwest winds. Barometric pressure stands at 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:27 AM, and sunset at 5:02 PM.
November 11-12: Monday night may bring light snow with temperatures dipping to -6°C, clearing by Tuesday with highs around -1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A medium-weight winter coat, gloves, and a scarf will be necessary for the fluctuating temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Snow cover in Red Lake and Ear Falls usually forms in early November, remaining throughout the winter months.
Nipigon
November 10: Nipigon will experience cloudy skies with a slight chance of flurries, reaching a high of 2°C. Winds are light, and barometric pressure is at 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:28 AM, and sunset at 5:06 PM.
November 11-12: Snow showers may appear Monday evening, with highs around 1°C. Tuesday will bring partly sunny skies and temperatures near 0°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter clothing, including a warm jacket and gloves, is ideal for Nipigon’s chilly conditions.
Weather Trivia: November in Nipigon often brings lake-effect snow due to its proximity to Lake Superior, making for variable snowfall amounts.
Terrace Bay
November 10: Terrace Bay will have mostly cloudy skies with a daytime high of 2°C, calm winds, and a barometric pressure of 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:29 AM, and sunset at 5:08 PM.
November 11-12: Monday may see light snow showers in the evening, with temperatures near 1°C, followed by a partly sunny Tuesday with highs around -1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A winter coat, scarf, and gloves will provide warmth for the colder temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Lake Superior’s influence often brings sudden snow squalls to Terrace Bay, particularly in November.
Armstrong
November 10: Armstrong will experience mostly cloudy skies with a high near 1°C and light winds from the northwest. Barometric pressure reads 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:31 AM, and sunset at 5:11 PM.
November 11-12: Snow showers are expected Monday night, with highs around 0°C, clearing by Tuesday afternoon.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated layers, including a coat, gloves, and warm hat, are recommended as temperatures remain low.
Weather Trivia: Armstrong’s November often sees the start of steady snow accumulation, marking the transition to winter.
