A Chilly Morning, But Sunshine Brings a Warm-Up
Sault Ste. Marie wakes up to a cold but clear morning, with temperatures at -4.8°C and an east-northeast wind of 13 km/h, making it feel more like -10°C. The humidity is high at 96%, meaning there’s a crispness in the air, but at least it’s dry for now. The barometric pressure is rising at 101.4 kPa, hinting at a stable day ahead.
By this afternoon, the sun will shine brightly, helping temperatures climb to a comfortable 9°C. However, if you’re heading out early, the wind chill sits at -12°C, so don’t be fooled by the clear skies—layers are still necessary. The UV index is moderate at 5, so sunglasses are a good idea for those long walks.
Tonight, the clouds will start to move in, with partly cloudy skies and winds shifting to the east at 20 km/h late in the evening. The low will dip to -1°C, making for a chilly but manageable night.
Mild Friday, Followed by a Wet Weekend
Friday keeps things mild, with a mix of sun and cloud and a 40% chance of showers by late afternoon. A southeast wind at 30 km/h will make it feel a bit gusty, but with a high of 10°C, it’s still a great day to be outside—at least until the showers arrive. The UV index stays at 5 (moderate).
Friday night will be cloudy with a 30% chance of showers, and temperatures remain mild, with a low of 8°C.
Saturday will be a wet one, with steady showers and a high of 11°C. The rain continues into the night, with a 60% chance of showers and a low of 0°C.
By Sunday, colder air starts creeping back in, bringing a 60% chance of either flurries or rain showers and a daytime high of only 1°C. As the night progresses, the chance of flurries lingers, and temperatures drop to -10°C.
Monday keeps the winter-like feel, with a mix of sun and cloud and a 30% chance of flurries, reaching a high of 2°C. Monday night sees cloudy periods with a lingering chance of flurries, as temperatures dip to -5°C.
What to Wear?
If you’re heading out this morning, dress warmly—a winter coat, gloves, and a hat will keep that wind chill at bay. By the afternoon, you’ll likely want to swap out heavier layers for a lighter jacket or sweater. For the weekend, rain gear is essential, so grab an umbrella and waterproof boots if you’re venturing out. By Sunday night and into Monday, it’s back to warmer coats and gloves as winter makes a brief return.
Sault Ste. Marie Weather Trivia!
Did you know that on March 13, 2012, Sault Ste. Marie hit a record-breaking high of 18.2°C? In contrast, the coldest March 13 on record was a frigid -27.8°C in 1948. This year, we’re striking a balance—mild temperatures now, but winter still isn’t ready to leave just yet!
