Snowflakes in the Air and Winter Winds
This morning, Sault Ste. Marie wakes up to light snow, with temperatures hovering around -8.8°C. The humidity at 90% ensures the chill cuts through the air, while a gentle breeze from the northeast at 11 km/h pushes the wind chill down to -14°C.
The barometric pressure at 102.5 kPa is falling, hinting at subtle shifts in the weather pattern. Visibility is reduced to 8 km, so drivers, keep those headlights on and windshields clear.
Today: Flurries and Gusty Breezes
The day unfolds under mainly cloudy skies, with a 30% chance of flurries lingering throughout. By early afternoon, winds will shift to the northwest, picking up to 20 km/h and gusting to 40 km/h, making it feel brisk despite the high of -5°C.
The wind chill will be biting, at -15°C in the morning and -10°C in the afternoon. With a UV index of 1, sun protection is not a major concern unless you’re skiing under reflective snow.
Tonight: Cold and Clear with a Frosty Bite
As night falls, skies will clear partially with a continued 30% chance of flurries in the early evening. Winds from the north will strengthen to 30 km/h before easing off after midnight.
Temperatures will plummet to -20°C, and the wind chill will dive to a bitter -26°C. Frostbite risks are high, so keep exposed skin to a minimum.
The Weekend: Arctic Sunshine
Saturday dawns bright and sunny but very cold, with a high of only -13°C. Overnight temperatures will drop further to -18°C, though clear skies will provide a breathtaking view of the stars.
Sunday offers a mix of sun and cloud with a milder high of -5°C, but clouds will increase overnight with a 60% chance of flurries, and the low will settle at -6°C.
Early Next Week: Slightly Milder
Monday brings more clouds and a 40% chance of flurries, with temperatures nudging closer to zero, hitting a high of -1°C. Flurries may persist overnight as the low dips to -2°C, keeping the holiday spirit snowy and festive.
What to Wear?
Layers, layers, layers! Start with thermals and fleece, and top it off with a heavy winter coat and windproof accessories. With wind chills dropping to -26°C tonight, frostbite prevention is key—don’t forget your gloves, scarf, and hat!
Sault Ste. Marie Weather Trivia
Did you know that Sault Ste. Marie once reached a frosty record low of -35.6°C on December 20th in 1989? While today isn’t quite that extreme, tonight’s -26°C wind chill will certainly have you feeling in touch with the region’s frosty legacy!
