Frigid Temperatures and Icy Wind Chills Continue
Thunder Bay is off to a freezing start this morning, with temperatures at -21.4°C and a wind chill of -30°C making it feel even colder. With northwest winds picking up to 20 km/h, wind chills will plunge to -38°C this morning, meaning frostbite can occur within minutes on exposed skin. If you’re heading out, bundle up—this is the kind of cold that bites back!
Current Conditions in Thunder Bay
As of 6:00 AM, skies are mainly clear, but that doesn’t mean it’s comfortable outside. The humidity is 64%, and the barometric pressure is at 102.0 kPa and rising, indicating stable but bitterly cold weather. Visibility remains excellent at 24 km, but in these temperatures, most will prefer to admire the clear skies from indoors.
Today’s Forecast: Sunny but Brutally Cold
Thunder Bay will see plenty of sunshine, but don’t expect it to bring any warmth. Winds will increase to 20 km/h this morning, keeping the wind chill at an unbearable -38°C early on. The afternoon high will only reach -14°C, with a wind chill of -20°C. If you’re heading outdoors, make sure to cover up completely—frostbite can happen in minutes at these temperatures.
Tonight: Another Deep Freeze
The sky will remain clear for most of the night, with clouds increasing overnight. The temperature will drop to -25°C, with wind chills staying near -30°C. It’s another night where proper winter gear is essential if you have to be outside.
Friday: Increasing Clouds and a Chance of Snow
Valentine’s Day will bring cloudy skies, with a 60% chance of light snow by late afternoon. The high will be -12°C, but the morning will be frigid with a wind chill of -30°C, improving slightly to -15°C in the afternoon.
Friday night will stay cloudy with a 60% chance of snow, and temperatures dropping to -19°C.
Weekend Outlook: Cold and Clear
- Saturday: Sunny, high of -13°C
- Saturday Night: Clear, low of -26°C
- Sunday: Sunny, high of -16°C
- Sunday Night: Clear, low of -29°C
The theme? Cold, crisp, and clear. If you’re hoping for a warm-up, you’ll have to keep waiting!
What to Wear Today?
This is serious cold, so don’t take chances. Wear a heavy insulated coat, thermal layers, thick gloves, a hat, a scarf, and insulated boots. If you’re spending time outside, ensure no skin is exposed—frostbite can occur within minutes in these conditions.
Thunder Bay Weather Trivia!
Did you know? The coldest temperature ever recorded in Thunder Bay was a staggering -41.1°C on January 10, 1982. While today’s weather isn’t quite that extreme, it’s still a reminder of how tough Northern Ontario winters can be!
