A Wintry Mix on the Way—Snow, Drizzle, and Flurries Ahead
Sudbury weather: Snow turns to rain today with gusty winds. High of +3°C. Flurries return tonight. Midweek brings sun, then more snow. Stay prepared!
Sudbury is waking up to light snow and drifting snow this morning, with a current temperature of -2.6°C as of 7:00 AM EST. The wind chill is a brisk -10°C, thanks to strong southerly winds at 36 km/h. The barometric pressure is 100.1 kPa and falling, signaling an active weather system that will bring a messy mix of precipitation today.
Today: Snow, Rain, and Gusty Winds
Expect snow to mix with rain by late morning, before tapering off into drizzle or flurries this afternoon. Snowfall amounts of 2 to 4 cm are expected before the transition. Winds will continue to be strong, with southerly gusts up to 60 km/h before shifting westward at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h later in the afternoon. The temperature will rise to +3°C, but with the wind chill at -10°C this morning, it’ll feel much colder.
Tonight: Cloudy with a Chance of Flurries
The evening will remain cloudy, with a 40% chance of drizzle or flurries, changing to a 40% chance of just flurries after midnight. Winds from the west at 20 km/h will calm down overnight, and temperatures will dip to -2°C, with a wind chill of -5°C.
Tuesday, February 25: More Flurries, Then a Rain/Snow Mix
The unsettled pattern continues into Tuesday, with cloudy skies and a 40% chance of flurries in the morning. By noon, there’s another chance for a mix of rain showers or flurries, as temperatures reach +1°C. Winds will shift north at 20 km/h in the afternoon, making it feel like -6°C in the morning.
By Tuesday night, clouds will linger, with a 30% chance of flurries and a much colder low of -10°C.
Midweek Outlook: A Brief Sunny Break, Then More Snow
- Wednesday, February 26: Finally, a sunny day! Expect a high of 0°C—a welcome change from the gloomy skies.
- Wednesday Night: Clouds return, bringing a 60% chance of snow and a low of -5°C.
Travel Advisory: Slippery Roads & Changing Conditions
With snow, rain, and gusty winds, roads could be slushy and icy throughout the day. If you’re driving:
- Reduce speed and increase following distance on wet and snow-covered roads.
- Watch for changing conditions—what starts as snow could turn to rain and back to flurries quickly.
- Beware of gusty winds, especially on open highways.
What to Wear?
Today is a layering kind of day. A waterproof jacket with a warm inner layer will be best, as snow transitions to rain. Gloves and a hat are essential in the morning with the wind chill, and waterproof boots will keep your feet dry as slush builds up on sidewalks.
Sudbury Weather Trivia: The Snow Belt Effect
Did you know Sudbury sees an average of 290 cm of snow per year? That’s more than double what Toronto gets! Blame it on lake-effect snow and northern Ontario’s colder climate.
Final Thoughts: A Messy Start to the Week
Today’s weather is serving up a little bit of everything—snow, rain, flurries, and wind. Roads will be sloppy, and the temperature swings mean it won’t feel as warm as the thermometer suggests. The good news? Wednesday offers a break with sunshine before more snow returns midweek.
Stay dry, stay warm, and keep an eye on those changing skies!
