Current Conditions
Good morning, Thunder Bay! As of 6:00 AM EST on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, light snow is falling with a temperature of -1.2°C. The barometric pressure is 101.1 kPa and rising, indicating stabilizing conditions. Humidity stands at 75%, with a northwest wind blowing at 27 km/h, gusting up to 51 km/h. The wind chill makes it feel like -8°C. Visibility is excellent at 24 km.
Today’s Forecast: December 17
Expect mainly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries this morning. Northwest winds will be around 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, becoming light late this afternoon. The high temperature will be near -3°C, with a wind chill around -9°C.
Tonight
Cloudy conditions will persist, with a 60% chance of flurries. Winds will become northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h after midnight. The low will drop to -9°C, with wind chills feeling like -8°C this evening and plunging to -14°C overnight.
Wednesday, December 18
Mainly cloudy skies are expected, with a 40% chance of flurries in the morning. Northwest winds at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h. Temperatures will fall to -13°C in the afternoon, with wind chills near -14°C in the morning and dropping to -20°C later in the day.
Wednesday Night
Cloudy periods with a low of -18°C.
Historical Weather Fact
On December 17, Thunder Bay has experienced a range of temperatures. The highest recorded temperature was 5.0°C in 1998, and the lowest was -32.0°C in 1983.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Today, bundle up with a warm coat, hat, and gloves to combat the cold temperatures and wind chills. Waterproof boots are advisable due to the chance of flurries. Tomorrow, consider layering thermal clothing under your winter attire to stay warm as temperatures drop further.
Did You Know?
Thunder Bay’s location near Lake Superior can lead to lake-effect snow, resulting in sudden and heavy snowfall even when surrounding areas remain clear.
