Today’s Outlook: Morning Moodiness, Afternoon Brightness
SAULT STE. MARIE – It’s a mostly cloudy and cool start to Saturday here in the Soo, where the thermometer at the Sault Ste. Marie Airport reads 3.6°C as of 7:00 AM. The skies are a bit grumpy early on with a 40% chance of showers teasing us this morning, but good news — clearer skies are just around the corner!
Humidity is high at 96%, so the air feels damp enough to make your hair frizz just by looking outside. The pressure stands at 102.2 kPa and is rising, a sure sign that improvements are on the way. Winds are coming from the northwest at 16 km/h, and they’ll strengthen through the afternoon, blowing at 20 km/h with gusts up to 40 km/h. It’s the kind of breeze that might just flip a loose baseball cap or two!
Visibility is excellent today at 32 km — you can see for miles, or at least all the way to the next coffee shop. Temperatures are expected to climb to a high of 9°C under clearing skies, making for a pretty decent day by the time the afternoon rolls in. The UV index will hit a moderate 5, so if you’re planning outdoor adventures after lunch, a little sunscreen wouldn’t hurt.
Looking back in history, the record high for this date in Sault Ste. Marie was a toasty 26.2°C in 1990, while the record low was a frosty -6.5°C, way back in 1965. Today’s temperatures sit safely in the middle — no record-breaking drama this time!
Tonight will be clear and a little brisk. Winds will stay northwesterly at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, before calming down this evening. Expect the mercury to dip to around zero degrees overnight — a perfect night for cozy socks and maybe a late-night cup of hot chocolate.
Sunday: Sunnier Disposition
Sunday will be absolutely glorious, with full-on sunshine taking over and a high of 12°C. It’s shaping up to be the kind of day you’ll want to spend outdoors — whether it’s walking the boardwalk or finally tackling that backyard cleanup you’ve been putting off. The UV index will climb to 6, so sunscreen and sunglasses are non-negotiable.
Sunday night will turn partly cloudy, and temperatures will hover around +3°C. Light jacket weather, but no need to bundle up like it’s January.
Monday: Spring in Full Swing
Monday continues the nice streak with a mix of sun and cloud, and temperatures reaching a lovely 15°C. However, keep an eye out Monday night — clouds will thicken and bring a 70% chance of rain showers. The low will stay relatively mild at 10°C.
What to Wear?
For today, layer up with something light but wind-resistant — maybe a comfy sweater under a spring jacket. Waterproof footwear wouldn’t hurt this morning, just in case those early showers catch you off guard. By Sunday, you can bust out lighter clothes and even shorts if you’re feeling optimistic (and brave!).
Sault Ste. Marie Weather Trivia:
Did you know? Sault Ste. Marie is home to one of the oldest locks in North America, completed way back in 1895. Thanks to today’s gusty weather, you might feel like you’re sailing through town yourself!
