Thunder Bay – WEATHER – As late November settles in, Thunder Bay continues to experience typical early winter conditions. Residents should prepare for light snow, chilly winds, and a mix of sun and cloud over the next few days. Here’s a detailed forecast.
Current Conditions (as of 5:00 AM EST, Tuesday, November 26, 2024)
- Temperature: -4.3°C (24°F)
- Condition: Light snow
- Pressure: 101.4 kPa, falling
- Dew Point: -6.6°C (20°F)
- Humidity: 84%
- Wind: West 18 km/h
- Wind Chill: -10°C (14°F)
- Visibility: 16 km
Forecast for Tuesday, November 26
Periods of light snow will taper off near noon, leaving mostly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries in the afternoon. Winds will shift to the northwest at 30 km/h, gusting up to 50 km/h, creating a brisk wind chill of -12°C in the morning and -7°C by the afternoon. Temperatures will reach a high of -1°C (30°F), but the UV index remains low at 1.
Tonight: Cloudy skies will prevail, with northwest winds decreasing to 20 km/h and becoming calm near midnight. The low temperature will drop to -6°C (21°F), with a wind chill near -11°C.
Forecast for Wednesday, November 27
The morning will bring a mix of sun and cloud, offering brief respite from the snow. Winds will be light, reaching up to 15 km/h. The high temperature will climb to -3°C (27°F), though it will feel more like -12°C with the wind chill.
Wednesday Night: Cloudy periods will dominate, with a 40% chance of flurries overnight. Temperatures will dip to a chilly -9°C (16°F).
Forecast for Thursday, November 28
Expect another day of mixed skies, with a 40% chance of flurries adding a wintery touch. Winds will remain light, with temperatures peaking at -4°C (24°F).
Thursday Night: Increasing cloud cover will bring a higher 60% chance of flurries. The low temperature will settle around -7°C (19°F).
Wardrobe Suggestions
Layering will be essential for the next few days as wind chill remains significant, especially in the mornings. A heavy winter coat, scarf, gloves, and insulated boots are must-haves. Sunglasses might be handy for the brief sunny breaks on Wednesday and Thursday.
Weather Trivia
Thunder Bay’s record low for November 26 occurred in 1950 when temperatures plummeted to a frigid -29°C (-20°F). The city’s location by Lake Superior often moderates temperatures, but wind chill can make the air feel significantly colder in late November.
