Today’s Cold Outlook
Sault Ste. Marie is waking up to a frosty -20°C this morning, with a brisk wind chill making it feel like -26°C. The skies are mostly cloudy, and the air feels damp with 86% humidity, while visibility is moderate at 16 km. The wind, currently from the east-northeast at 7 km/h, is set to shift southeast, increasing to 30 km/h early today. The barometric pressure is 103.5 kPa and rising, indicating stable, albeit chilly, weather.
As the day progresses, temperatures will climb to a high of -6°C. Wind chills will be sharp at -29°C this morning but will improve to a less frigid -12°C this afternoon. With a UV index of 1, you won’t need sunscreen, but frostbite risks are high, so keep exposed skin covered.
Tonight: Snow and Slightly Milder Temperatures
Clouds will dominate the night sky, and periods of snow will begin late this evening, leaving 2 cm of accumulation by morning. Winds will ease to 15 km/h, and temperatures will rise to -3°C by dawn. The wind chill will hover near -12°C, making it feel brisk but bearable.
Monday: Snow and Freezing Drizzle
Monday promises a messy mix of snow and freezing drizzle, with an additional 2 to 4 cm of snow expected. Winds from the south at 20 km/h will taper off early in the afternoon, keeping temperatures steady near -2°C. Wind chills will remain near -9°C, so slushy conditions may make commutes challenging. Monday night will stay cloudy, with a 60% chance of flurries and a low of -5°C.
Looking Ahead
A slight thaw begins Tuesday, with a mix of sun and clouds and a high of 0°C. Christmas Day and Boxing Day bring a chance of flurries or rain showers, with highs peaking at +3°C to +4°C. Overnight lows will hover near freezing, so expect a mix of slush and snow underfoot.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Bundle up in layers today! A heavy parka, insulated gloves, and thermal boots are essential. Don’t forget a scarf and a wind-resistant hat to shield against frostbite risks.
Weather Trivia
Did you know? The record low for December 22 in Sault Ste. Marie is -35.0°C, set in 1983. By contrast, the record high was a surprising 9.0°C, reached in 1957. This city’s weather truly runs hot and cold!
