Cold Morning, Clear Skies — A True Northern Ontario Wake-Up
Sub-Zero Start Gives Way to Sunny Serenity
It’s a bright but brisk beginning to Thursday, May 8, across Geraldton and the Greenstone region. At 4:00 AM, the mercury sits at a frosty -5.8°C at Geraldton Airport under clear skies. With humidity at a high 90%, the air feels even more biting — and although the winds are calm, the wind chill lingers around -7°C in the early morning hours. The barometric pressure is holding strong at 103.2 kPa, suggesting stable and fair conditions ahead.
The good news? The sun is ready to take over, and with it comes a sharp upward turn in temperatures. Expect full sunshine throughout the day and a warming trend that will boost the high to a very springlike 15°C. Winds will remain light, reaching up to 15 km/h, just enough to ruffle your hair but not your plans. The UV index hits a strong 7 — a reminder that even in cool weather, the sun means business, so don’t skip the sunscreen!
Tonight: A Crisp, Clear Northern Night
As the sun sets, skies remain clear and the air cools again. Overnight temperatures will dip to a chilly -1°C, so it’s another night for thick socks and maybe a touch of heat if you’ve already declared heating season over. No wind gusts or unsettled weather in sight — just a classic cool northern night.
What’s Coming: A Taste of Summer, Then a Reality Check
Friday turns the temperature dial way up, with a high soaring to 22°C under a mix of sun and cloud. There is a 30% chance of showers in the afternoon, but it’s shaping up to be the kind of day where spring briefly steps aside to let summer show off. The low overnight on Friday will settle around +2°C with a few clouds still hanging around and a continued 30% chance of showers.
Saturday brings back sunshine with a slightly cooler but still pleasant high of 13°C. By nightfall, clouds will gather again, and temperatures will hover near +2°C — mild, manageable, and perfectly spring.
What to Wear Today
Bundle up early with a winter jacket or insulated layers — it feels like mid-winter at sunrise. But as the sun climbs, so should your wardrobe strategy: think removable layers, sunglasses, and definitely some SPF. Afternoon conditions are great for outdoor chores, walks, or soaking up some well-earned vitamin D.
Historic Weather Trivia
On this day in Geraldton’s weather history, the record high was a surprising 26.2°C set back in 1980 — proof that heatwaves aren’t just for July. Meanwhile, the record low was a frigid -9.4°C recorded in 1967. So while -6°C may feel chilly today, it’s not breaking any cold records!
