Snowflakes, Sunshine, and Soggy Surprises in the Days Ahead
SUDBURY – WEATHER – Greater Sudbury is waking up under a snowy veil this morning, a gentle reminder from Mother Nature that winter still has a few tricks up its sleeve. As of 6:00 AM EDT, the temperature is sitting at -2.9°C with light snow falling across the region. A stiff northwesterly wind is sweeping through at 30 km/h, gusting up to 40, creating a wind chill of -10°C. Visibility is solid at 24 km despite the flakes, and the barometric pressure is on the rise at 100.8 kPa. Humidity is sitting at 72%, making the air feel crisp and raw.
Today: A Wintry Wake-Up with a Brighter Afternoon
Expect flurries to linger through the early part of the morning with a 60% chance of snow before skies begin to clear this afternoon. The northwest wind will keep things blustery through much of the day, reaching up to 50 km/h in gusts, before settling down later on. Despite the morning’s wintry feel, the high will push to +4°C by mid-afternoon, giving a small taste of spring. The UV index will reach a moderate 3—so even under partly sunny skies, it’s worth keeping sunglasses on hand.
Tonight: Clear and Cold, Again
Tonight promises a clear sky and calmer winds, with the northwest breeze dropping to 20 km/h and going light later this evening. Temperatures will fall to -8°C overnight, and wind chills will make it feel like a sharp -13°C. It’s a good night to cozy up and crank the heat just a little higher than you thought you’d still need in mid-April.
Thursday and Friday: The Bounce Begins
Thursday brings bright skies and sunshine throughout the day. Morning will start cold again, with a wind chill of -12°C, but things warm up nicely with a high of 8°C. Winds will shift to the southwest by afternoon at around 20 km/h. UV index increases to 5, so spring’s definitely getting bolder. By evening, skies will turn cloudy with a 40% chance of rain and a low of +1°C.
Friday carries that rain into the daytime, with a high of 7°C and a wet feel to the entire day. Rain continues into the evening with a low around zero, so Friday night might call for an umbrella and a waterproof attitude.
Weekend Outlook: Chilly with Flurries, Then Back to Sunshine
Saturday’s forecast is a bit of a wildcard—expect a mix of sun and cloud and a 30% chance of flurries, with a high of just +4°C. The night clears up and cools down again to -6°C. But by Sunday, Sudbury gets its weather act together with full sunshine and a high of 10°C—a true sign that spring is trying to stake its claim.
Historic Weather Snapshot: April 16 in Sudbury
Sudbury has seen its share of weather drama on this date. The record high for April 16 is a lovely 22.2°C, while the coldest was a biting -13.6°C. This morning’s -3°C start sits pretty squarely in the average-for-the-north range—though the snow is a bit of a nostalgic bonus.
What to Wear?
It’s a winter wardrobe morning for sure—think insulated coat, hat, gloves, and something to block that wind. By afternoon, a lighter jacket might do the trick, especially if you’re in a sunbeam. Don’t pack away the boots just yet—you’ll need them again Friday.
Did You Know?
Sudbury has more lakes within its city limits than any other municipality in Canada—330 to be exact. So when weather systems hit, Sudbury gets a unique mix of lake-influenced snow, fog, and sun that keeps meteorologists on their toes all year long.
