Sunshine Ahead, but This Morning Feels More Like January Than Mid-April
GERALDTON – WEATHER – If you stepped outside this morning in Geraldton or anywhere across Greenstone, you likely did a double-take at the thermometer. At 6:00 AM EDT, the temperature is sitting at a frosty -11.8°C under clear skies. It’s calm out there—no wind to speak of—but the wind chill still manages to feel like -14°C. That’s no typo, folks—it’s a full-blown winter flashback in mid-April. With humidity sitting at 89% and barometric pressure at 102.0 kPa, the scene is set for a sharp transition as the day unfolds.
Today: Sunny Skies, Slowly Warming Vibes
Don’t let the chilly start fool you—sunshine is sticking around today, and temperatures will climb to a high of +5°C. Winds will begin to stir from the north later this morning, picking up to 20 km/h, adding a bit of bite to the breeze. If you’re heading out early, you’ll definitely want that winter coat, gloves, and maybe even your thermal socks. By the afternoon, you might finally feel the warmth of spring trying to push through. UV index hits a moderate 4, so toss on the sunglasses and sunscreen if you’re spending time outdoors.
Tonight: Starry Skies and Another Deep Freeze
Tonight remains clear but cold, with a low dipping back down to -9°C. A light wind—up to 15 km/h—will bring wind chills back down to -14°C overnight. Keep those warm pyjamas handy, and maybe hold off on switching to your summer duvet just yet.
Thursday and Friday: Showers, Snow, and That Classic Spring Shuffle
Thursday starts out mainly cloudy, with a 30% chance of showers sneaking in by late afternoon. The south wind picks up by morning, becoming 20 km/h and gusting to 40 km/h. Expect a high of 6°C, but don’t forget the morning wind chill—it’ll feel like -13°C early on.
Thursday night shifts into more serious precipitation with snow or rain on the menu and a low of -1°C. Friday continues the soggy-snowy story, with snow or rain during the day and a high of just +1°C. Friday night brings cloudy skies and a 40% chance of lingering flurries, with the mercury dropping to -11°C.
The Weekend: Sunshine Makes Its Grand Return
At long last, Saturday and Sunday are bringing the goods. Saturday will be sunny with a high of +3°C, and Sunday steps it up to 11°C under clear skies. It’s the perfect setup for a weekend outdoors—if you can hang on just a little longer.
April 16 Historical Weather Trivia
Geraldton has seen some extreme April weather over the years. On this date, the record high was a balmy 19.5°C, while the record low was a finger-numbing -21.1°C. So, today’s -12°C isn’t the coldest April 16 on record, but it’s definitely on the chillier side of spring.
What to Wear?
This is one of those classic “two seasons in one day” outfits. Morning layers are essential—think parka, scarf, and winter boots. By afternoon, a lighter jacket will do the trick, but keep an eye on those winds. Sunglasses are a must, and you might want to double up on the moisturizer—this kind of dry cold is skin’s worst enemy.
Did You Know?
Greenstone’s vast wilderness spans nearly 3,000 lakes and is one of the few areas in Ontario where you can still find woodland caribou—and yes, even they are wondering why winter is still hanging around.
