Thunder Bay – WEATHER – As winter tightens its grip across Canada, diverse weather patterns emerge from coast to coast to coast. This report provides detailed forecasts for November 20 and 22, 2024, encompassing major cities and regions nationwide.
Atlantic Canada
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
Current Conditions: Rain, 7°C, barometric pressure at 1008 hPa, winds from the southeast at 25 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:15 AM / 4:20 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect cloudy skies with heavy showers, a high of 9°C, and a low of 6°C. By November 22, breezy conditions in the morning with occasional rain and drizzle, high of 5°C, low of 4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof jackets and sturdy footwear are essential due to persistent rain.
Weather Trivia: St. John’s holds the title for the foggiest city in Canada, averaging 124 foggy days annually.
Saint John, New Brunswick
Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, 7°C, barometric pressure at 1012 hPa, winds from the southwest at 20 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:30 AM / 4:45 PM.
Forecast: November 20 brings a morning shower in spots; otherwise, increasingly windy with low clouds, high of 8°C, low of 5°C. By November 22, variable cloudiness with a couple of showers; breezy, high of 9°C, low of 6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Light layers with a waterproof outer layer to handle intermittent showers.
Weather Trivia: Saint John is known for its “reversing falls,” where the Bay of Fundy’s tides force the Saint John River to reverse its flow.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Current Conditions: Cloudy, 7°C, barometric pressure at 1010 hPa, winds from the south at 15 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:20 AM / 4:40 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect low clouds and windy conditions, high of 10°C, low of 5°C. By November 22, breezy in the morning; mostly cloudy with a couple of showers, high of 9°C, low of 7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Wind-resistant clothing and umbrellas are advisable.
Weather Trivia: Halifax’s harbor remains ice-free year-round, making it a vital Atlantic port.
Quebec
Quebec City
Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, 3°C, barometric pressure at 1015 hPa, winds from the northeast at 10 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:00 AM / 4:15 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will see low clouds, high of 8°C, low of 4°C. By November 22, windy with occasional rain and drizzle, high of 6°C, low of 4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing with waterproof outerwear is recommended.
Weather Trivia: Quebec City often experiences its first snowfall in early November, marking the beginning of its long winter season.
Montreal
Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, 4°C, barometric pressure at 1013 hPa, winds from the northwest at 15 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:10 AM / 4:25 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect low clouds, high of 8°C, low of 5°C. By November 22, occasional rain and drizzle; windy in the morning, high of 9°C, low of 3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof jackets and comfortable footwear are advisable.
Weather Trivia: Montreal’s Mount Royal often receives more snowfall than the city’s lower elevations due to its higher altitude.
Ontario
Toronto
Current Conditions: Cloudy, 8°C, barometric pressure at 1012 hPa, winds from the southwest at 20 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:15 AM / 4:45 PM.
Forecast: November 20 brings low clouds and breezy conditions; periods of rain in the afternoon, high of 10°C, low of 4°C. By November 22, breezy with occasional rain and drizzle, high of 9°C, low of 4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Light layers with a waterproof outer layer are suitable.
Weather Trivia: Toronto’s location on Lake Ontario often results in milder winters compared to other Canadian cities.
Greater Sudbury
Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, 5°C, barometric pressure at 1014 hPa, winds from the northwest at 15 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:30 AM / 4:35 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect cloudy skies, high of 7°C, low of 3°C. By November 22, occasional rain and drizzle, high of 6°C, low of 2°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated jackets and waterproof boots are recommended.
Weather Trivia: Sudbury’s extensive mining operations have led to significant environmental rehabilitation efforts, including the planting of millions of trees.
Sault Ste. Marie
Current Conditions: Overcast with light rain, 6°C, barometric pressure at 1011 hPa, winds from the west at 20 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:35 AM / 4:40 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will see cloudy skies with intermittent rain, high of 8°C, low of 4°C. By November 22, expect overcast conditions with occasional rain, high of 7°C, low of 3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear are advisable.
Weather Trivia: Sault Ste. Marie’s location on the St. Mary’s River often subjects it to lake-effect snowstorms during late autumn and early winter, making it one of Ontario’s snowiest cities.
Thunder Bay
Current Conditions: Cloudy with light snow, 2°C, barometric pressure at 1015 hPa, winds from the northwest at 18 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:45 AM / 4:30 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect intermittent snow flurries with overcast skies, a high of 3°C, and a low of -1°C. By November 22, colder air will dominate, with scattered snow showers throughout the day, high of 1°C, low of -3°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Warm jackets, gloves, and insulated boots are essential for snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Thunder Bay frequently experiences Chinook-like warm spells during winter, creating brief reprieves from freezing temperatures.
Prairies
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Current Conditions: Overcast with flurries, -1°C, barometric pressure at 1017 hPa, winds from the north at 20 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:50 AM / 4:35 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will bring mostly cloudy skies with light snow showers, a high of 0°C, and a low of -4°C. On November 22, expect colder temperatures with flurries, high of -3°C, and low of -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy coats, scarves, and thermal layers are recommended.
Weather Trivia: Winnipeg often holds the title of Canada’s coldest major city, with wind chills plunging to extreme levels in mid-winter.
Churchill, Manitoba
Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -8°C, barometric pressure at 1020 hPa, winds from the northwest at 25 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 8:30 AM / 3:45 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will see cloudy skies with occasional snow showers, a high of -6°C, and a low of -12°C. By November 22, conditions will remain cold with periods of light snow, high of -8°C, low of -14°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Extreme winter clothing, including parkas, face coverings, and insulated boots, is essential.
Weather Trivia: Churchill is famous for its polar bears, often seen along the Hudson Bay coastline as they wait for the sea ice to form in November.
Regina, Saskatchewan
Current Conditions: Clear skies, 0°C, barometric pressure at 1018 hPa, winds from the northwest at 15 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:55 AM / 4:45 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will bring sunny skies with increasing clouds in the evening, a high of 2°C, and a low of -2°C. On November 22, expect partly cloudy conditions with a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing with a focus on wind-resistant outerwear.
Weather Trivia: Regina’s flat prairie landscape contributes to its susceptibility to strong, biting winds during the colder months.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -1°C, barometric pressure at 1019 hPa, winds from the northwest at 10 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:50 AM / 4:40 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will be mostly sunny with a high of 1°C and a low of -3°C. By November 22, expect partly cloudy conditions with a chance of light snow, high of -1°C, and a low of -5°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Warm coats and gloves are essential for the chilly prairie air.
Weather Trivia: Saskatoon frequently experiences temperature inversions during winter, creating foggy conditions over the South Saskatchewan River.
Alberta
Edmonton
Current Conditions: Cloudy, -3°C, barometric pressure at 1021 hPa, winds from the west at 12 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 8:10 AM / 4:35 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will bring increasing clouds with a chance of light snow in the evening, high of -1°C, low of -5°C. By November 22, expect scattered flurries, high of -3°C, low of -8°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated outerwear and warm boots are recommended.
Weather Trivia: Edmonton’s location near the Rocky Mountains often results in Chinook winds that can raise temperatures dramatically in a short period during winter.
Calgary
Current Conditions: Clear skies, 2°C, barometric pressure at 1018 hPa, winds from the west at 20 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 8:05 AM / 4:40 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect sunny skies with a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. By November 22, cloud cover will increase with a chance of snow flurries, high of 3°C, low of -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing with a focus on windproof garments.
Weather Trivia: Calgary experiences frequent Chinook winds, with temperatures sometimes climbing by 20°C in mere hours.
Fort McMurray
Current Conditions: Overcast, -5°C, barometric pressure at 1022 hPa, winds from the north at 18 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 8:25 AM / 4:15 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will bring cloudy skies with flurries, a high of -3°C, and a low of -8°C. By November 22, expect clear and cold conditions, high of -6°C, low of -11°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy coats, gloves, and thermal layers are essential.
Weather Trivia: Fort McMurray often experiences early November snowfalls due to its northern latitude.
British Columbia
Vancouver
Current Conditions: Overcast with light rain, 8°C, barometric pressure at 1010 hPa, winds from the southeast at 15 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:25 AM / 4:25 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect periods of rain throughout the day, high of 9°C, low of 7°C. By November 22, scattered showers will continue, high of 8°C, low of 6°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Waterproof jackets and umbrellas are essential for staying dry during persistent rainfall.
Weather Trivia: Vancouver is renowned for its wet November weather, averaging over 180 mm of rainfall during the month.
Victoria
Current Conditions: Cloudy with light rain, 9°C, barometric pressure at 1012 hPa, winds from the southeast at 20 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:30 AM / 4:30 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will bring occasional rain with breezy conditions, high of 10°C, low of 8°C. On November 22, showers will persist, high of 9°C, low of 7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Layered clothing with a raincoat and sturdy waterproof shoes.
Weather Trivia: Victoria typically experiences milder and less snowy winters compared to the rest of Canada, thanks to its coastal location.
Prince George
Current Conditions: Partly cloudy, -2°C, barometric pressure at 1020 hPa, winds from the north at 10 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:40 AM / 4:15 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will bring mostly cloudy skies with occasional snow flurries, high of -1°C, low of -5°C. By November 22, expect partly sunny skies with cooler conditions, high of -2°C, low of -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Insulated winter clothing and boots are essential to handle the cold.
Weather Trivia: Prince George’s location in the interior of British Columbia often leads to colder winters compared to the coastal areas.
Kamloops
Current Conditions: Clear skies, 2°C, barometric pressure at 1018 hPa, winds from the northwest at 10 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:35 AM / 4:20 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect sunny skies with increasing clouds by evening, high of 5°C, low of 0°C. By November 22, overcast skies with a chance of rain or snow showers, high of 4°C, low of -1°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Light jackets during the day, with additional layers for cooler evening temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Kamloops experiences a semi-arid climate, resulting in less snowfall than other parts of British Columbia.
Yukon
Dawson City
Current Conditions: Overcast with light snow, -10°C, barometric pressure at 1022 hPa, winds from the northwest at 15 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 9:30 AM / 3:45 PM.
Forecast: On November 20, expect cloudy skies with intermittent flurries, high of -9°C, low of -15°C. By November 22, clear skies will dominate with frigid temperatures, high of -12°C, low of -18°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Extreme winter gear, including heavy parkas, thermal gloves, and insulated boots.
Weather Trivia: Dawson City’s subarctic climate ensures long, cold winters with early snowfalls in late September or early October.
Northwest Territories
Yellowknife
Current Conditions: Cloudy with snow showers, -12°C, barometric pressure at 1025 hPa, winds from the northeast at 20 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: 9:15 AM / 3:15 PM.
Forecast: November 20 will bring cloudy skies with occasional snow, high of -11°C, low of -18°C. By November 22, expect partly cloudy conditions, high of -13°C, low of -20°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Heavy winter coats, windproof gear, and thermal layers are necessary to handle the cold and wind chill.
Weather Trivia: Yellowknife experiences some of the clearest skies in Canada during winter, making it a prime location for viewing the aurora borealis.
Arctic
Alert, Nunavut
Current Conditions: Overcast, -22°C, barometric pressure at 1030 hPa, winds from the northeast at 25 km/h.
Sunrise/Sunset: Continuous darkness; Alert is currently in polar night.
Forecast: On November 20, expect overcast skies with occasional snow flurries, high of -21°C, low of -28°C. By November 22, expect clear skies with frigid conditions, high of -23°C, low of -30°C.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Specialized arctic gear, including face masks, thermal base layers, and heavy-duty parkas, is critical.
Weather Trivia: Alert is the northernmost inhabited place on Earth, enduring total darkness for several weeks during the polar night.
