Light Snow and Icy Winds Greet Friday Morning
Sioux Lookout & Lac Seul face frigid temperatures with wind chills as low as -32°C this weekend. Expect flurries, cloudy skies, and frostbite risks in the mornings
Sioux Lookout and Lac Seul wake up to a classic winter morning with light snow falling and a temperature of -13°C at the airport. The humidity is at 84%, making the air feel damp and frosty, while a west-northwest wind at 15 km/h adds an extra chill, bringing the wind chill down to -20°C. The barometric pressure is at 101.9 kPa and rising, suggesting some subtle changes in store for the coming days.
Friday: Flurries, Light Snow, and a Cold Afternoon
The day remains mainly cloudy, with a 30% chance of flurries early this morning, followed by periods of light snow as the morning progresses. The west wind will strengthen to 20 km/h before easing later in the afternoon. The high for today will be a brisk -11°C, but with the wind chill hovering at -23°C this morning and improving slightly to -16°C this afternoon, it will feel colder than the thermometer suggests.
As night falls, expect cloudy skies with a 30% chance of flurries in the evening, followed by partly cloudy conditions overnight. Winds remain light at up to 15 km/h, but temperatures will plunge to -24°C, with a wind chill of -30°C overnight. If you have evening plans, be sure to bundle up—this is frostbite weather!
Saturday: Frostbite Warning in the Morning!
Saturday morning starts off bitterly cold, with a wind chill of -32°C—the kind of cold that makes your eyelashes freeze! The day will be mainly cloudy, with a high of -14°C. While the temperature may “warm up” slightly by the afternoon, the wind chill will still be a frigid -20°C.
Saturday night brings cloudy periods and a low of -22°C. While slightly warmer than Friday night, it will still be a night for thick blankets and hot drinks.
Sunday & Monday: A Wintry Mix of Sun and Flurries
Sunday brings a mix of sun and cloud, with a high of -15°C—a slightly brighter but still cold day. The night will have cloudy periods with a 30% chance of flurries, with a low of -23°C.
Monday continues the pattern of sun and scattered flurries, with a high of -15°C. However, Monday night could be the coldest yet, with cloudy periods and a low of -32°C. That’s “freeze-your-car-battery” kind of cold!
What to Wear? Dress for the Deep Freeze!
With wind chills dipping below -30°C, frostbite can happen in minutes, so layering is critical. A thermal base layer, an insulated mid-layer, and a windproof outer shell will help trap heat. Mittens, a thick toque, a scarf, and insulated boots are non-negotiable this weekend. If you’re outside for any extended period, consider hand warmers and thermal socks—your extremities will thank you!
Sioux Lookout Weather Trivia: Ice Road Season!
Did you know that Sioux Lookout serves as a hub for winter ice roads connecting northern communities? With temperatures regularly dropping below -30°C, ice roads become essential lifelines, allowing for the transportation of goods to remote areas that are otherwise inaccessible in warmer months.
