Windy Morning with a Chilly Start
Thunder Bay wakes up to -13°C with wind chills near -22°C. Flurries this morning, clearing this afternoon. Snow moves in overnight, with 2-4 cm expected by morning
Good morning, Thunder Bay! Winter is keeping things interesting today with drifting snow and a northwest wind gusting up to 40 km/h, making for wind chills near -22°C. The actual temperature sits at -13°C, but with the wind, it certainly feels colder. Humidity is at 61%, and barometric pressure is rising at 100.9 kPa, meaning we’ll see some clearing later. Visibility is still 16 km, though blowing snow in open areas might make for tricky driving conditions.
Flurries Give Way to Sunshine, But It Stays Cold
This morning brings a 30% chance of flurries, but by the afternoon, skies will clear up, giving Thunder Bay a bit of sunshine—just not warmth. The high will reach -9°C, but the wind chill will still hover at -17°C through the afternoon. If you’re heading out, dress warm—exposed skin can feel the sting in minutes.
Snow Moves in Overnight with 2-4 cm Expected
Tonight, the clouds return, bringing a 40% chance of flurries in the evening before steady snowfall begins after midnight. Expect 2 to 4 cm of fresh snow by morning. The west wind at 20 km/h will calm down in the evening, but temperatures will drop to -15°C, with a wind chill of -19°C.
Thursday Brings Milder Air and Flurries
Thursday starts off snowy, but the main system will taper off in the morning, leaving behind a 40% chance of lingering flurries. The temperature takes a surprising jump to -2°C, the warmest we’ve seen in days! However, the morning wind chill will still be -14°C, improving to -4°C by the afternoon.
Thursday night will bring cloudy periods with a 60% chance of flurries, with temperatures dipping to -8°C.
Looking Ahead: A Mix of Sun, Snow, and a Deep Freeze
- Friday: A mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of flurries. High of -7°C. Overnight, clear skies bring a frigid low of -20°C.
- Saturday: Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries and a high of -4°C. More snow overnight with a low of -6°C.
- Sunday: Periods of snow and a milder high of -1°C, before yet another cold night at -19°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations: Layers, Layers, Layers!
With wind chills near -22°C this morning, full winter gear is necessary. That means a heavy insulated coat, windproof gloves, a toque, and a scarf or balaclava to cover any exposed skin. With gusty winds and drifting snow, waterproof boots with good traction are a must. Heading out tonight? Add extra layers—it’s going to be a cold one!
Weather Trivia: Thunder Bay’s Record Snowfall
Thunder Bay has seen some impressive snowfalls, but the record for most snow in a single day was set on March 24, 1965, when 41 cm of snow fell! While tonight’s 2-4 cm doesn’t compare, it’s a reminder that winter always has a few surprises up its sleeve.
