November 28-30 2024 Northern Ontario First Nations Community Weather Forecasts

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THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – As November 2024 draws to a close, Northern Ontario’s First Nations communities are experiencing a range of winter weather conditions. From snow squalls to frigid temperatures, residents should prepare for varying weather patterns over the coming days.

Marten Falls

Currently, Marten Falls is experiencing light snow with a temperature of -4°C. The barometric pressure is 101.2 kPa and steady, with winds from the northwest at 15 km/h. Sunrise is at 8:10 AM, and sunset at 4:30 PM. On November 28, expect periods of snow with an additional accumulation of 3-6 cm, a high of -2°C, and a low of -6°C. November 29 brings continued snowfall, accumulating an additional 5-10 cm, with a high of -1°C and a low of -4°C. By November 30, cloudy conditions with light snow in the afternoon are expected, with minimal accumulation, a high of -2°C, and a low of -6°C.

Wasaho Cree Nation (Fort Severn)

Fort Severn is currently under a Snow Squall Warning. The temperature is -2°C with cloudy skies. The barometric pressure is 100.8 kPa and falling, with winds from the northwest at 30 km/h, leading to significantly reduced visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow. Sunrise is at 8:45 AM, and sunset at 4:00 PM. On November 28, expect windy conditions with periods of snow, accumulating an additional 3-6 cm, a high of 0°C, and a low of -1°C. November 29 continues with breezy conditions and wet snow, accumulating another 3-6 cm, with a high of 0°C and a low of -1°C. By November 30, breezy conditions with snow at times are expected, accumulating an additional 2-4 cm, with a high of -1°C and a low of -4°C.

Fort Hope

In Fort Hope, light snow is falling with a temperature of -7°C. The barometric pressure is 101.5 kPa and steady, with winds from the northwest at 20 km/h. Sunrise is at 8:00 AM, and sunset at 4:20 PM. On November 28, expect snow at times, accumulating 3-6 cm, a high of -4°C, and a low of -6°C. November 29 brings periods of snow with an additional 3-6 cm, a high of -2°C, and a low of -5°C. By November 30, snow at times is expected, accumulating another 3-6 cm, with a high of -2°C and a low of -8°C.

Sachigo Lake

Sachigo Lake is mostly cloudy with a temperature of -7°C. The barometric pressure is 101.6 kPa and rising, with calm winds. Sunrise is at 8:20 AM, and sunset at 4:10 PM. On November 28, expect light snow at times, accumulating up to 1 cm, a high of -6°C, and a low of -8°C. November 29 brings thick cloud cover with light snow, accumulating up to 1 cm, a high of -6°C, and a low of -7°C. By November 30, considerable cloudiness is expected, with a high of -5°C and a low of -15°C.

KI (Big Trout Lake)

Big Trout Lake is experiencing cloudy conditions with a temperature of -7°C. The barometric pressure is 101.3 kPa and steady, with winds from the northwest at 15 km/h. Sunrise is at 8:15 AM, and sunset at 4:15 PM. On November 28, expect snow at times, accumulating 3-6 cm, a high of -5°C, and a low of -6°C. November 29 brings breezy conditions in the morning with cloudy skies and snow, accumulating an additional 2-4 cm, a high of -3°C, and a low of -4°C. By November 30, cloudy conditions persist, with a high of -3°C and a low of -9°C.

Sandy Lake

Sandy Lake is mostly cloudy with a temperature of -10°C. The barometric pressure is 101.7 kPa and rising, with winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. Sunrise is at 8:10 AM, and sunset at 4:20 PM. On November 28, expect snow at times, accumulating an additional 2-4 cm, a high of -6°C, and a low of -8°C. November 29 brings light snow at times with little or no accumulation, a high of -6°C, and a low of -8°C. By November 30, light snow is expected in the morning, accumulating up to 1 cm; otherwise, cloudy conditions prevail, with a high of -6°C and a low of -13°C.

Pikangikum

Pikangikum is mostly cloudy with a temperature of -10°C. The barometric pressure is 101.8 kPa and steady, with calm winds. Sunrise is at 8:05 AM, and sunset at 4:25 PM. On November 28, expect light snow at times, accumulating up to 1 cm, a high of -6°C, and a low of -9°C. November 29 brings cloudy conditions with snow at times, accumulating an additional 1-3 cm, a high of -7°C, and a low of -10°C. By November 30, cloudy conditions with light snow are expected, accumulating up to 1 cm; storm total snowfall of 1-3 cm, with a high of -8°C and a low of -13°C.

Cat Lake

Cat Lake is partly cloudy with a temperature of -10°C, and the barometric pressure stands at 101.8 kPa and steady. Winds are calm. Sunrise is at 8:15 AM, and sunset at 4:20 PM.

For November 28, expect cloudy skies with light snow flurries developing in the afternoon, with little to no accumulation. The high will be -6°C, and the low will drop to -10°C. On November 29, mostly cloudy conditions with light snow are anticipated, with a high of -6°C and a low of -11°C. By November 30, cloudy skies with intermittent flurries will dominate, with a high of -5°C and a low of -12°C.


Kasabonika Lake

Kasabonika Lake is mostly cloudy with a temperature of -9°C. The barometric pressure is 101.5 kPa and steady, with light winds from the northwest at 12 km/h. Sunrise is at 8:20 AM, and sunset at 4:10 PM.

For November 28, expect light snow showers throughout the day, accumulating 2–4 cm, with a high of -7°C and a low of -10°C. On November 29, cloudy conditions with additional light snow are expected, with a high of -6°C and a low of -9°C. By November 30, overcast skies with brief snow showers are forecast, with a high of -5°C and a low of -11°C.


Neskantaga (Lansdowne House)

Neskantaga is currently overcast with light snow and a temperature of -8°C. The barometric pressure is 101.6 kPa and steady, with calm winds. Sunrise is at 8:25 AM, and sunset at 4:15 PM.

For November 28, light snow flurries will continue through the day, accumulating up to 1 cm. The high will be -6°C, and the low will drop to -9°C. On November 29, expect snow at times with an additional 1–3 cm accumulation, a high of -5°C, and a low of -10°C. By November 30, cloudy skies with intermittent snow flurries are expected, with a high of -5°C and a low of -12°C.


Summer Beaver

Summer Beaver is mostly clear with a temperature of -11°C. Winds are light, and the barometric pressure is 101.7 kPa and steady. Sunrise is at 8:30 AM, and sunset at 4:15 PM.

For November 28, expect partly sunny skies with a chance of light snow late in the day, a high of -7°C, and a low of -11°C. On November 29, cloudy conditions will prevail with occasional snow flurries, a high of -6°C, and a low of -12°C. By November 30, expect overcast skies with brief light snow in the morning, with a high of -5°C and a low of -14°C.


Peawanuck

Peawanuck is mostly cloudy at -12°C, with winds from the northwest at 15 km/h, creating a wind chill of -20°C. The barometric pressure is 101.4 kPa and steady. Sunrise is at 8:45 AM, and sunset at 3:50 PM.

For November 28, expect cloudy skies with occasional light snow flurries, with a high of -8°C and a low of -14°C. On November 29, cloudy conditions with light snow are forecast, with a high of -9°C and a low of -16°C. By November 30, overcast skies with intermittent flurries are expected, with a high of -10°C and a low of -15°C.


Attawapiskat

Attawapiskat is currently overcast with light snow and a temperature of -10°C. Winds are calm, and the barometric pressure is 101.5 kPa and steady. Sunrise is at 8:30 AM, and sunset at 3:55 PM.

For November 28, light snow showers are expected, with a high of -8°C and a low of -12°C. On November 29, snow at times with an accumulation of 1–3 cm is forecast, with a high of -7°C and a low of -13°C. By November 30, cloudy conditions with occasional light snow flurries will dominate, with a high of -7°C and a low of -12°C.


Weather Highlights Across Northern Ontario

No major warnings are currently in effect for most communities, except for Fort Severn, which remains under a Snow Squall Warning. Residents across the region should prepare for cold temperatures, light to moderate snowfall, and gusty winds in some areas, which may lead to occasional poor visibility on roads.


Wardrobe Suggestions

Across all communities, heavy winter clothing, including insulated jackets, snow boots, hats, and gloves, is essential. For communities like Fort Severn experiencing snow squalls, windproof outer layers and face protection are advised to combat wind chills as low as -20°C.


Weather Trivia

  • Fort Severn: Snow squalls driven by Hudson Bay are common in late November, often resulting in sudden, heavy accumulations.
  • Attawapiskat: Known for its long winters, snow cover typically begins in late October and lasts into late May.
  • Kasabonika Lake: Early November often marks the first formation of solid ice on nearby lakes, enabling winter road preparations.
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