Weekend Weather Report for Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake: October 4-6, 2024

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The Green Zone will feature greater than usual Northern Lights
The Green Zone will feature greater than usual Northern Lights

SIOUX LOOKOUT – WEATHER – As we move deeper into October, Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake will experience typical fall conditions, with cooler temperatures, cloudy skies, and the chance of light rain. Frost is expected overnight as temperatures drop. Here’s a detailed forecast for both communities for October 4, 5, and 6, 2024, along with wardrobe suggestions and interesting weather trivia.


Sioux Lookout, Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast

Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)

  • Temperature: 6°C
  • Winds: Northwest at 15 km/h
  • Barometric Pressure: 1017 hPa
  • Skies: Overcast

October 4, 2024 (Friday)

  • Forecast: Cloudy with light rain in the afternoon. Winds will remain from the northwest at 15-20 km/h. High of 8°C.
  • Evening Conditions: Cloudy skies with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Frost is likely by early Saturday morning.
  • Wardrobe: A raincoat or waterproof jacket and medium layers will be necessary for staying comfortable during the afternoon showers.

October 5, 2024 (Saturday)

  • Forecast: Mostly cloudy in the morning, with some sunny breaks in the afternoon. Winds will be light, at 10-15 km/h from the northwest. High of 7°C.
  • Evening Conditions: Clear skies with cold temperatures overnight, dropping to 0°C. Frost is expected.
  • Wardrobe: Warm layers and a heavier jacket for the colder evening temperatures.

October 6, 2024 (Sunday)

  • Forecast: Clear and sunny throughout the day, with light winds from the north at 10 km/h. The high will reach 6°C.
  • Evening Conditions: Clear skies with overnight lows around -1°C. Expect widespread frost by early Monday morning.
  • Wardrobe: Warm layers, gloves, and a hat are recommended for frosty mornings and chilly evenings.

Sioux Lookout Weather Trivia

Did you know? Sioux Lookout experienced its first October snowfall on October 7, 1996, with 8 cm of snow. Early October frost is common in the region, marking the onset of colder weather.


Pickle Lake, Ontario: Weekend Weather Forecast

Current Conditions (October 4, 2024)

  • Temperature: 5°C
  • Winds: Northwest at 10 km/h
  • Barometric Pressure: 1018 hPa
  • Skies: Overcast

October 4, 2024 (Friday)

  • Forecast: Cloudy skies with a few light rain showers in the afternoon. Winds will be from the northwest at 15 km/h. The high will reach 7°C.
  • Evening Conditions: Cloudy with temperatures falling to 0°C overnight. Frost is possible early Saturday morning.
  • Wardrobe: Waterproof clothing and a medium-weight jacket will be ideal for staying dry and warm.

October 5, 2024 (Saturday)

  • Forecast: Mostly cloudy in the morning with occasional sunshine in the afternoon. Winds will be light, 10-15 km/h from the northwest. High of 7°C.
  • Evening Conditions: Clear skies with cold temperatures overnight, dropping to -1°C. Frost is expected.
  • Wardrobe: Layered clothing with a warm coat as temperatures will dip significantly at night.

October 6, 2024 (Sunday)

  • Forecast: Clear and sunny with calm winds from the north at 10 km/h. The high will be 6°C.
  • Evening Conditions: Clear skies with lows around -2°C. Frost is expected overnight.
  • Wardrobe: Heavier clothing and gloves will be needed for frosty mornings and cool evenings.

Pickle Lake Weather Trivia

Did you know? Pickle Lake has recorded frost as early as late September, with temperatures dipping below freezing in early October. In October 1980, the town experienced a record-breaking low of -12°C.


Summary of Conditions

Both Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake will experience cool, autumnal weather this weekend. Expect overcast skies, light rain on Friday, and clear skies with frost at night. Daytime highs will range from 6°C to 8°C, with overnight lows dipping below freezing, making frost highly likely.


Wardrobe Recap:

  • October 4: Medium-weight jacket with waterproof layers for afternoon rain.
  • October 5: Layered clothing with a warm coat for cooler temperatures and frosty evenings.
  • October 6: Heavier outerwear, gloves, and a hat for frosty mornings and chilly nights.
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