Thunder Bay Weather Outlook: November 28–30, 2024

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THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Thunder Bay begins Thursday with mostly cloudy skies and brisk conditions. Snow flurries are anticipated later in the day, signaling a wintry pattern that will persist into the weekend.

With temperatures staying well below freezing and gusty northwest winds, residents should prepare for chilly conditions and occasional snow.


Today’s Weather: Thursday, November 28, 2024

As of 6:00 AM EST, the temperature at Thunder Bay Airport is -7°C, with a wind chill making it feel like -14°C. The barometric pressure is at 101.4 kPa and falling, indicating a shift towards snowy conditions later in the day. Winds from the northwest are at 18 km/h, and visibility is 24 km under mostly cloudy skies.

Forecast:

  • Morning and Early Afternoon: A 40% chance of flurries, with mainly cloudy skies dominating.
  • Afternoon: Periods of light snow beginning, accompanied by increasing northwest winds reaching 20 km/h and gusting to 40 km/h.
  • High Temperature: -4°C, with a wind chill of -15°C in the morning and -10°C by the afternoon.
  • UV Index: 1 (Low).

Tonight:
Periods of light snow will continue, with winds strengthening to 30 km/h and gusting up to 50 km/h.

  • Low Temperature: -8°C.
  • Wind Chill: -11°C in the evening, dropping to -17°C overnight.

Tomorrow’s Weather: Friday, November 29, 2024

Friday will bring mainly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of light snow throughout the day. Strong northwest winds will persist, creating a blustery and cold environment.

  • High Temperature: -3°C.
  • Wind Chill: -17°C in the morning, improving slightly to -10°C by the afternoon.
  • UV Index: 1 (Low).

Friday Night:
Cloudy skies continue, with a 40% chance of flurries.

  • Low Temperature: -7°C.

Saturday’s Weather: November 30, 2024

Saturday will remain overcast with a 40% chance of flurries during the day and cloudy periods at night. Winds are expected to ease slightly, but temperatures will remain cold.

  • High Temperature: -3°C.
  • Low Temperature: -6°C.

Wardrobe Recommendations:

  • Thursday: Dress warmly with insulated outerwear, a hat, gloves, and a scarf to combat wind chills as low as -15°C. Waterproof boots are advised to navigate any snowy conditions.
  • Friday and Saturday: Layered winter clothing is essential, along with windproof accessories to stay comfortable in gusty conditions.

Weather Trivia:
Did you know? November in Thunder Bay often marks the transition to steady winter conditions, with Lake Superior’s influence creating fluctuating snowfall patterns. The city’s record November snowfall occurred in 1971, with 48 cm falling in a single day.

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