A Chilly, Cloud-Covered Start to Friday
GERALDTON – WEATHER – It’s a frosty start to the day across the Geraldton and Greenstone region, where the temperature is holding steady at 0.0°C as of 6:37 AM at the Geraldton Airport. With a dew point just a tick below freezing at -0.6°C and humidity at a saturated 96%, the air is thick enough to taste — and definitely jacket-worthy. A light north wind at 4 km/h adds a subtle wind chill, making it feel more like -1°C. Visibility sits at 16 km, though early fog patches are expected to gradually lift as the morning progresses.
The barometric pressure stands at a sturdy 102.8 kPa, a sign the skies are stable for now — but don’t expect much sun today. Cloudy conditions will persist, keeping things grey and a little gloomy. Temperatures are set to rise to a modest high of 7°C, just enough to start thawing out any stubborn springtime frost. The UV index is moderate at 4, so even if the sun is playing hide-and-seek, your skin still needs some light protection.
Tonight: Clearer Skies and a Cold Dip
As we head into Friday night, cloud cover begins to break up, giving way to partly cloudy skies late this evening. Fog patches will return overnight, making a quiet comeback while most of us sleep. Winds will remain light, up to 15 km/h, but they’ll be just enough to remind you it’s still April in Northern Ontario. Temperatures will tumble to a low of -4°C, and with the wind chill factored in, it’ll feel closer to -7°C. It’s a good night for flannel pajamas and maybe keeping the furnace humming a little longer.
Saturday: Sun Returns and So Do the Spring Vibes
Saturday is set to flip the script. After morning fog patches dissipate, the region will bask in sunny skies with a high of 15°C — a welcome change that practically screams “patio weather.” Winds will stay light, up to 15 km/h, but don’t be fooled by the sunshine early on — the wind chill in the morning could still feel like -7°C, so keep those mitts handy for any early errands. The UV index will rise to a moderate 5, so that sunblock might finally earn its keep.
Saturday night stays clear and serene with a low of -1°C — not quite balmy, but certainly moving in the right direction.
Sunday and Monday: Clouds Creep Back with Rain on the Way
Sunday will be mostly cloudy, though still decently mild with a high of 14°C. Cloudy periods will continue into Sunday night, bringing a 30 percent chance of showers and a low around +1°C.
By Monday, the clouds grow bolder, with a 60 percent chance of rain throughout the day and a high of 13°C. Expect those April showers to settle in more firmly overnight, as periods of rain take over and temperatures dip back to zero.
What to Wear Today in Geraldton and Greenstone
This is a dress-in-layers kind of day. A warm base layer, an insulated jacket, and something wind-resistant should do the trick. Keep gloves handy for the early chill, and maybe throw in sunglasses just to be optimistic.
Today in Weather History
On April 25th, Geraldton has seen some wild weather swings. The warmest recorded high was 22.0°C in 1986, while the coldest plunge hit -12.2°C in 1965. It’s the kind of date that never really makes up its mind — much like today.
Weather Trivia: Fog’s Familiar Touch
Did you know the Greenstone region sees frequent spring fog due to its mix of cold nights and moist ground from melting snow? It’s a photographer’s dream — and a commuter’s mild nuisance.
