Thunder Bay Weather: Snowy Start, Chilly Finish!

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Snow Drifts and Freezing Drizzle—Welcome to February!

Thunder Bay sees snow, wind, and a brief warm-up to 0°C before temperatures plunge again. Wind chills near -22°C ahead. Stay warm and watch for ice!

THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Thunder Bay wakes up this morning to light snow and drifting conditions, but the good news is the snowfall warning has ended. Currently, the temperature sits at -4.4°C, with a humidity level of 86% and a barometric pressure of 101.4 kPa, which is falling—suggesting that we’re not done with the weather excitement just yet.

The east-southeast wind is moving at 15 km/h, making it feel like a brisk -10°C with the wind chill.

Today’s Forecast: Snow, Wind, and a Brief Warm-Up

Expect periods of snow throughout the day, with a slight risk of freezing drizzle this afternoon—so take it easy on the roads. We’ll see about 2 cm of snowfall, and the wind will be shifting, becoming south at 20 km/h this morning before turning west at 30 km/h, gusting up to 60 km/h later in the afternoon.

Despite the wintry conditions, the temperature will rise to 0°C—a brief flirtation with the freezing mark. The wind chill will sit at -9°C this morning, so it’s still a day for warm layers. The UV index remains low at 1, meaning sunburn is the least of your worries today.

Tonight: Winds Ease and Temperatures Plunge

The snow will move out, and skies will gradually clear this evening. However, the west wind at 30 km/h (gusting to 60 km/h) will ease overnight, becoming light by morning.

With the skies clearing, expect the temperature to drop to a chilly -13°C, with a wind chill of -18°C making it feel even colder. Bundle up if you’re heading out after dark!

Monday and Beyond: A Classic February Chill

Monday brings a mix of sun and cloud, but don’t let that fool you—it’s going to be cold. The northwest wind at 20 km/h (gusting to 40 km/h) will make the morning feel like -22°C, with an afternoon wind chill of -17°C. The daytime high? A nippy -9°C.

Monday night continues the deep freeze, with cloudy periods and a low of -22°C.

Tuesday follows a similar pattern, with a mix of sun and cloud and a high of -13°C, before another chilly night at -19°C.

What to Wear: Bundle Up and Watch for Ice!

With wind chills dipping below -20°C at times, today is a day for layers, insulated gloves, and a windproof jacket. A warm hat is non-negotiable, and if you’re out in the evening, thermal socks and winter boots will keep your toes from freezing. Also, be cautious of freezing drizzle this afternoon—ice buildup can be sneaky!

Historical Weather Trivia: February 2 in Thunder Bay

Did you know the record high for this date was a balmy 6.4°C, set in 1991? Meanwhile, the coldest February 2 on record saw the mercury plunge to a frigid -37.2°C in 1917. Suddenly, today’s temperatures don’t seem so bad!

 

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