A Frosty Start with More Snow on the Way
Sault Ste. Marie faces a cold and snowy weekend, with wind chills near -31°C and fresh snowfall ahead. Get the full weather outlook and prepare for wintery conditions!
Sault Ste. Marie is waking up to -14.8°C this morning under mostly cloudy skies. The humidity sits at 68%, and the barometric pressure is at 103.4 kPa and rising. A light SSW wind at 10 km/h is keeping things chilly, making it feel more like -21°C with the wind chill.
As the morning progresses, a few lingering flurries will taper off, but local blowing snow could make for tricky visibility early on. Winds will pick up from the west at 30 km/h, gusting to 50, making for a blustery day. The high will reach -7°C, but with the wind chill at -31 this morning and -14 this afternoon, it’s a day to bundle up. There is also a risk of frostbite, so if you’re heading out, dress warmly!
Tonight, cloudy skies take over, and snow moves in by the evening, bringing 2 to 4 cm of fresh accumulation. Winds will come from the southwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40, and the temperature will drop to -9°C, feeling like -17 with the wind chill.
Weekend Outlook: More Snow and Cold Temperatures
Saturday will see more snow, with an additional 2 to 4 cm expected. Winds will shift throughout the day, starting from the south at 20 km/h before becoming northwest by noon. The high will reach -4°C, though the wind chill will make it feel like -17 in the morning and -8 in the afternoon.
By Saturday night, expect cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries, as temperatures drop to -15°C.
Sunday doesn’t bring much change, with cloudy skies and another 40% chance of flurries. The high will be -9°C, with the nighttime low plunging to -22°C.
Monday starts the week off with a mix of sun and clouds, along with a 40% chance of flurries. The high will be -13°C, and by night, expect cloudy periods with a 30% chance of flurries, with a low of -23°C.
What to Wear?
Today’s blowing snow and frigid wind chills mean dressing smart is essential. Wear a thick winter coat, thermal layers, insulated boots, and gloves—and don’t forget a scarf to protect your face from the wind!
Did You Know?
Sault Ste. Marie’s coldest February 14th on record was a bitter -38.9°C in 1934. While today’s temperatures are cold, they’re nowhere near that deep freeze!
Final Thoughts
Sault Ste. Marie is in for a snowy and cold weekend, with wind chills making it feel even colder. If you’re heading out, bundle up and drive carefully—snow-covered roads and gusty winds could cause low visibility. Stay warm and stay safe!
