Greater Sudbury Weather Outlook: A Snowy Northern Tale for the Holidays

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Greater Sudbury Faces Snowy Skies and Chilly Winds

This morning, Greater Sudbury is braving light snow and biting cold, with temperatures at -8°C as observed at the Greater Sudbury Airport. The barometric pressure is 102.5 kPa and rising, hinting at a stable atmosphere for the day ahead. With 88% humidity and north winds gusting up to 29 km/h, the wind chill feels like a frosty -15°C. Visibility is excellent at 24 km—ideal for spotting Santa on his way!

Tuesday’s Forecast: Mainly Cloudy with a Crisp Chill

As the day unfolds, skies will remain mostly cloudy with winds shifting to a light breeze early this morning. The temperature will hover around -9°C, but the wind chill will make it feel much colder—like -18°C in the morning and -12°C in the afternoon. With a UV index of just 1, sunglasses are optional, but a scarf and hat are non-negotiable.

Tonight: A Clear and Cold Northern Night

Sudbury’s skies will clear partially as night falls, with winds calming to 15 km/h. Temperatures will plunge to -16°C, with an icy wind chill of -19°C overnight. If you’re stepping out for last-minute holiday prep, make it quick—this is perfect weather for frostbite to sneak in!

Christmas Day: A Cloudy Gift with Flurries

Christmas Day will see cloudy skies dominate, along with a 30% chance of flurries and a risk of freezing drizzle. Winds will remain light at 15 km/h, and the temperature will climb to -7°C. However, it’ll feel much colder with a morning wind chill of -20°C, easing to -10°C in the afternoon. It’s a day for layers, with extra warm socks for good measure.

The night will stay cloudy, with temperatures dipping slightly to -8°C—perfect for staying snug indoors with a mug of cocoa.

Boxing Day and Beyond: A Gradual Warm-Up

Thursday’s forecast brings persistent cloud cover, with a daytime high of -1°C. By Friday, Sudbury could see a mix of rain or snow showers as the high approaches 0°C. The chance of precipitation continues into Friday night, making it a day to keep your umbrella and winter boots handy.


Sudbury’s Historic Weather Trivia

On December 24, Sudbury’s record high reached a balmy 7.6°C in 1994, while the coldest day was a teeth-chattering -33.5°C in 1980. Compared to those extremes, today’s conditions sit comfortably in the middle—cold enough for winter magic, but warm enough for a brisk walk.

 

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James Murray
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