Frigid Start in Geraldton and the Greenstone Region
Winter’s icy grip is holding steady over Geraldton and the Greenstone Region this morning. As of 7:00 AM EST, light snow is falling with a temperature of -20.4°C. A northwest wind at 13 km/h drives the wind chill down to a brisk -29, making the air feel downright arctic. Humidity is at 78%, and the barometric pressure reads 102.3 kPa and is holding steady. Visibility is fair at 16 kilometers, but be cautious of slick surfaces from the ongoing light snow.
Tuesday’s Forecast: A Mix of Snow and Cloud
The light snow is expected to taper off early this morning, giving way to mainly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries throughout the day. Winds will pick up slightly, reaching 20 km/h from the northwest before calming down later this morning. The high will reach -15°C, but with wind chills making it feel like -29 in the morning and -21 in the afternoon, it’s another day to layer up and protect your skin from frostbite. The UV index is low at 1, so no need for sunscreen—just make sure your winter gear is on point.
Tonight, partly cloudy skies will dominate, with a 30% chance of evening flurries. The temperature will dip to -22°C, and the wind chill will plunge to -30 overnight. Risk of frostbite remains high, so minimize outdoor exposure after dark.
Midweek Outlook: Sunshine, Snow, and a Slight Warm-Up
Wednesday will start off sunny, but don’t let that fool you—it will still feel like a freezer outside. Increasing cloudiness will set in late in the morning, followed by periods of light snow in the afternoon. Winds will swing to the southwest at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40 km/h around noon. Temperatures will rise to a high of -7°C, but the wind chill will make it feel like -33 in the morning and -15 in the afternoon.
Snow will continue into Wednesday night, with temperatures falling to -10°C. Expect tricky travel conditions as fresh snow accumulates.
Extended Forecast: More Snow Ahead
Thursday is shaping up to be another snowy day, with periods of snow and a high near -4°C. Thursday night remains snowy, with a 60% chance of flurries and a low of -11°C.
Friday continues the snowy trend, with a high of -10°C and more snow expected. As the week wraps up, Friday night temperatures will plummet to a frigid -25°C, so be prepared for another deep freeze heading into the weekend.
What to Wear
With wind chills in the -30s, dressing appropriately is crucial. Start with thermal underlayers, add a thick sweater or fleece, and top it off with an insulated parka. Waterproof boots, thick socks, gloves, a toque, and a scarf are all must-haves to protect against frostbite. Face coverings are highly recommended to shield your skin from the biting wind.
Weather Trivia: Geraldton’s Deep Freeze History
Did you know Geraldton recorded its coldest January temperature on January 23, 1976, when the mercury dropped to a jaw-dropping -45.6°C? While today’s weather is far from that historic low, the frigid wind chills are still a stark reminder of how extreme winters can get in Northern Ontario.
Short Weather Outlook
Geraldton and Greenstone see wind chills of -29°C today with snow tapering off. Snow returns Wednesday as temps rise slightly. Frostbite risks remain high!
