Snowy Skies and a Frosty Morning
Good morning, Sioux Lookout! At 6:00 AM, the temperature stands at -16°C with light snow dusting the region. A south-southwest wind at 12 km/h makes it feel much colder, with the wind chill dipping to a brisk -24°C. Humidity is at 82%, with a barometric pressure of 102.9 kPa, though it’s on the decline. Visibility stretches to 19 km, enough to navigate through the light snowfall.
Today’s Forecast: A Cloudy Chill with Flurries
Expect mainly cloudy skies today, with a 30% chance of flurries lingering. Winds will pick up from the south at 20 km/h, keeping the high temperature at a frosty -14°C. Wind chills will feel closer to -30°C this morning and -23°C this afternoon, so frostbite risks are high. The UV index remains low at 1, though you’ll want to prioritize frostbite prevention over sunglasses.
Tonight, the clouds stick around with a continued 30% chance of flurries overnight. Winds will ease late this evening, becoming light. The temperature will hold steady near -15°C, with wind chills staying around -24°C.
Thursday: Flurries and a Slight Warm-Up
Thursday brings measurable snow, with flurries expected to leave 2 to 4 cm of accumulation. Winds remain light at up to 15 km/h. The daytime high will rise to -8°C, with morning wind chills near -20°C easing to -13°C by the afternoon. Overnight, there’s a 60% chance of snow, with the temperature dipping to -16°C.
Looking Ahead: Cloudy with Cold Snaps
Friday will be cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries and a high of -11°C. As the day gives way to night, expect cloudy periods and a plummet to -23°C. Saturday offers a mix of sun and cloud with a high of -14°C and a nighttime low of -22°C.
Historic Weather Tidbit
On January 8, Sioux Lookout’s record high was a mild 3.3°C in 1984, while the record low hit a frigid -38.3°C in 1947. Compared to that, today’s -16°C almost seems like a break—but not by much!
Wardrobe Wisdom
Break out your insulated winter gear today. A heavy coat, thermal layers, and snow boots are essential. Keep those extremities warm with thick gloves, a hat, and a scarf to shield against frostbite.
Sioux Lookout Weather Trivia
Did you know? Sioux Lookout was named for its strategic location as a natural vantage point used by the Ojibwe people. On snowy mornings like today, it’s a good reminder to take in the beauty of this wintery landscape—just not for too long without a warm drink!
