Thunder Bay – WEATHER – With winter settling across Northern Ontario, communities in this region are seeing colder temperatures, frequent snow showers, and occasional wind gusts.
Here are detailed weather forecasts for Marten Falls, Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn), Fort Hope, Sachigo Lake, KI (Big Trout Lake), Sandy Lake, Pikangikum, Cat Lake, Kasabonika Lake, Neskantaga (Lansdowne House), Summer Beaver, Peawanuck, and Attawapiskat from November 11 through November 13, 2024.
Weather alerts are in effect for some communities, so please take precautions.
Weather Alerts
Snowfall Warning in effect for:
- Fort Hope – Lansdowne House – Ogoki
Snowfall with total amounts of 15 to 20 cm is expected. Hazards: Total snowfall amounts of 15 to 20 cm. Reduced visibility in areas of heavy snow and local blowing snow. Timing: Ending this morning.
Northeasterly winds gusting up to 60 km/h at times will result in areas of blowing snow. Conditions will improve this morning. Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow. Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions.
Special Weather Advisories are in effect for many communities. If you are travelling by air today, contact your airline to confirm flight details.
Marten Falls (Ogoki Post)
November 11: Cloudy skies with intermittent snow flurries throughout the day, reaching a high of -9°C. Northwest winds at 15 km/h, with barometric pressure at 1017 hPa. Sunrise at 8:44 AM, sunset at 5:37 PM.
November 12-13: Snow showers expected Tuesday, with temperatures around -11°C. Wednesday will clear up with a high near -13°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy winter layers, including gloves and scarves, are recommended to protect against the cold.
Weather Trivia: Snow accumulation in Marten Falls typically becomes steady by mid-November, lasting until spring.
Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)
November 11: Mostly cloudy with light snow flurries and temperatures at -20°C. Northerly winds at 20 km/h create a wind chill near -30°C. Barometric pressure is at 1020 hPa. Sunrise at 8:49 AM, sunset at 5:30 PM.
November 12-13: Occasional flurries through Tuesday, with temperatures between -22°C and -25°C. Conditions clear by Wednesday.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Arctic-rated winter gear, including a parka, thermal gloves, and insulated boots.
Weather Trivia: Fort Severn’s November snowpack often lasts through April, creating a deep winter landscape.
Fort Hope (Eabametoong)
November 11: Light snow flurries with a high of -12°C. Winds from the northwest at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure is 1015 hPa. Sunrise at 8:37 AM, sunset at 5:45 PM.
November 12-13: Snow showers persist into Tuesday, with temperatures around -14°C. Wednesday brings partly sunny skies and highs near -15°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A winter coat, hat, and gloves are ideal for the cold weather.
Weather Trivia: Snowfall in Fort Hope often stays on the ground through winter, providing a lasting snow cover.
Sachigo Lake
November 11: Overcast with occasional snow flurries, reaching a high of -15°C. Winds from the northwest at 10 km/h and barometric pressure at 1018 hPa. Sunrise at 8:39 AM, sunset at 5:48 PM.
November 12-13: Snow continues through Tuesday, clearing up by Wednesday. Daytime highs around -18°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated winter clothing and thermal gloves are necessary for warmth.
Weather Trivia: Sachigo Lake’s November typically brings consistent snowfall that builds a lasting snowpack.
KI (Big Trout Lake)
November 11: Light snow throughout the day, with a high of -16°C. Calm winds and barometric pressure at 1019 hPa. Sunrise at 8:42 AM, sunset at 5:51 PM.
November 12-13: Snow showers continue Tuesday, with temperatures near -18°C, clearing by Wednesday.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy outerwear, including a parka and winter boots, is essential.
Weather Trivia: Snow cover in KI generally persists through November and beyond, supporting winter activities.
Sandy Lake
November 11: Cloudy with a chance of flurries, reaching a high of -13°C. Calm winds, with barometric pressure at 1017 hPa. Sunrise at 8:43 AM, sunset at 5:54 PM.
November 12-13: Snow showers expected into Tuesday, clearing on Wednesday with highs near -16°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A warm winter jacket, gloves, and scarf will provide sufficient insulation against the cold.
Weather Trivia: Sandy Lake’s November snow typically forms a steady snow cover that remains until spring.
Pikangikum
November 11: Overcast skies with light snow flurries and a high of -10°C. Calm winds and barometric pressure at 1016 hPa. Sunrise at 8:35 AM, sunset at 5:52 PM.
November 12-13: Snow showers persist into Tuesday, with partly sunny skies on Wednesday and highs near -12°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated jackets and gloves are recommended to keep warm.
Weather Trivia: Pikangikum’s November snow often remains through winter, marking the start of a steady snowpack.
Cat Lake
November 11: Cloudy with snow flurries and a high of -12°C. Light northwest winds and barometric pressure at 1017 hPa. Sunrise at 8:39 AM, sunset at 5:56 PM.
November 12-13: Snowfall continues Tuesday, clearing by Wednesday with highs near -13°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter layers, including a thick coat and thermal gloves, are essential.
Weather Trivia: November snowfall in Cat Lake typically lasts through the winter, forming a solid base for the cold months.
Kasabonika Lake
November 11: Overcast with snow flurries, reaching a high of -15°C. Calm winds and barometric pressure at 1018 hPa. Sunrise at 8:42 AM, sunset at 5:59 PM.
November 12-13: Snow will continue into Tuesday night, clearing by Wednesday with a high of -17°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Arctic-grade clothing, including a parka and insulated gloves, is recommended.
Weather Trivia: Kasabonika Lake typically has its first lasting snow cover in November, creating winter landscapes through to spring.
Neskantaga (Lansdowne House)
November 11: Snow flurries with a high of -14°C. Light northwest winds and barometric pressure at 1018 hPa. Sunrise at 8:44 AM, sunset at 6:02 PM.
November 12-13: Snow showers continue into Tuesday, with clearing skies on Wednesday and temperatures near -16°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy winter outerwear is essential to stay warm in the low temperatures.
Weather Trivia: November snow in Neskantaga typically persists until spring, providing a solid snow base for winter activities.
Summer Beaver (Nibinamik)
November 11: Cloudy skies with snow flurries and a high near -13°C. Calm winds and barometric pressure at 1017 hPa. Sunrise at 8:46 AM, sunset at 6:04 PM.
November 12-13: Snow showers on Tuesday give way to clearer skies by Wednesday with highs around -15°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Warm layers, including a winter coat and gloves, are necessary to manage the cold.
Weather Trivia: Snow cover in Summer Beaver typically begins in November and lasts through winter.
Peawanuck
November 11: Overcast with light snow, reaching a high of -19°C. Light northeast winds, and barometric pressure at 1018 hPa. Sunrise at 8:50 AM, sunset at 5:43 PM.
November 12-13: Snow showers continue through Tuesday, with clearing on Wednesday and highs of -21°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Arctic-rated clothing is recommended to manage Peawanuck’s severe cold.
Weather Trivia: Peawanuck’s November is marked by steady snow cover, which generally remains until spring.
Attawapiskat
November 11: Snow flurries expected with a high of -14°C. Light winds and barometric pressure at 1016 hPa. Sunrise at 8:48 AM, sunset at 5:46 PM.
November 12-13: Snow will continue into Tuesday, clearing by Wednesday, with temperatures near -16°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy winter clothing, including gloves and scarves, will be useful.
Weather Trivia: Attawapiskat’s winter season usually starts in November with sustained snow cover.
