A Blustery Tuesday with a Promise of Sunshine
Good morning, Thunder Bay! If you stepped outside this morning and felt like you were being slapped by winter one last time, you’re not wrong. As of 6:00 AM EDT, it’s a chilly -0.8°C with a biting wind chill of -8°C thanks to a northwest wind gusting up to 54 km/h—yes, that’s your garbage bin doing somersaults down the street. The barometric pressure is on the rise at 101.0 kPa, and humidity sits at a brisk 78%. Visibility is a good 24 km, even through the overcast skies.
There’s a 30 percent chance of flurries this morning, but the silver lining—literally—is that skies are expected to brighten into a mix of sun and cloud this afternoon. The high will reach +4°C, though it may not feel that warm with wind gusts up to 60 km/h. If you’re venturing out, make sure your coat is zipped and your hat is secured unless you enjoy chasing it down the block. The UV index is a moderate 4—spring sun has some sneaky strength!
Tonight – Clear Skies and Cooler Air
By tonight, the wind will start to settle down, dropping to 20 km/h and eventually becoming light. Skies will clear, allowing for a peaceful evening under the stars, though the temperature will plummet to a low of -9°C with a wind chill near -13°C. Definitely a night for wool socks, an extra blanket, and a warm drink.
Looking Ahead – Sunshine Returns Before a Wet Midweek Mix
Wednesday gives us a much-needed calm spell. Expect clear skies and sunshine with a high of 7°C. Winds will be gentle, maxing out at 15 km/h, but the morning chill will linger with a wind chill near -12°C. By night, clouds start creeping back in with a low of -4°C.
Thursday gets a bit more indecisive, offering cloudy skies and a 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers during the day with a high of 7°C. That night, prepare for another round of rain or snow as temperatures hover at +3°C.
Friday continues the soggy theme with more rain or snow and a high of 8°C. Overnight temperatures dip back to -5°C under partly cloudy skies. Saturday looks more promising, offering a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 7°C, and clear skies taking over again at night with a low of -5°C.
What Should Thunder Bay Wear?
Layer up and keep your windproof gear close at hand. A thermal base, wind-resistant outer layer, and some sturdy boots will serve you well today and tomorrow. Gloves are still necessary in the mornings—your hands will thank you.
Weather History with a Twist
Thunder Bay isn’t new to April’s emotional rollercoaster. On this day in history, the thermometer once soared to a remarkable 22.6°C in 2002—imagine breaking out the barbecue! But we’ve also seen the other extreme, with a record low of -18.3°C set in 1964. So if you feel like this weather’s got commitment issues, you’re absolutely right.
