A Clear and Chilly Start to a Bright Spring Stretch
Crisp Morning Air and Blue Skies Over the Soo
Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie! It’s a frosty start this Thursday, May 8, with clear skies and a nippy -1.0°C greeting early risers at the Sault Ste. Marie Airport. The wind is a gentle northerly breeze at 6 km/h, which nudges the wind chill down to -3°C — definitely chilly enough to warrant a warm coat and maybe a second cup of coffee. The humidity is sitting at a moist 81%, so the cold air clings a little more stubbornly to your cheeks. Barometric pressure is a solid 102.7 kPa and rising, signaling fairer weather on the way.
With crystal-clear skies already in place, the day promises to be a bright one. By afternoon, winds will shift to the northwest at 20 km/h, and the sun will be doing some heavy lifting to push the high up to a springlike 12°C. The UV index is a robust 7 — that’s high — so break out the sunscreen if you’ll be outdoors soaking up the rays.
Evening Outlook: Calm, Clear, and Cool
Tonight, the Soo enjoys another cloudless stretch as clear skies continue and winds ease to light after sunset. The overnight low will be around +1°C, just above freezing, so we’re not out of the frost zone yet. If you’re working on your garden, you may want to keep those tender plants covered just a little longer.
Looking Ahead: Spring Settles In Nicely
Friday is shaping up to be a beauty, with abundant sunshine and a high of 18°C. Winds stay light, and it will feel like a true spring day at last. Friday night brings some cloudy periods and a 30% chance of showers, with a low of 5°C — nothing too dramatic, just a gentle reminder that weather likes to keep us guessing.
Saturday brings a mix of sun and cloud along with a 40% chance of showers. Expect a high of 15°C. Once again, skies are expected to clear by nighttime, with a low of 3°C. And Sunday? It’s looking stellar, with full sun and a high of 18°C. Mother’s Day plans might just include a backyard BBQ or a walk along the waterfront!
What to Wear Today
It’s a day that demands layers — start off with a cozy jacket, and by midday, you might be ready to swap that for a hoodie or light sweater. Sunglasses and a dab of sunscreen are a must, especially with that high UV index.
Historic Weather Trivia
On this date in Sault Ste. Marie’s climate archives, the warmest May 8 ever recorded came in at a summery 27.5°C back in 1990. The coldest? A frosty -5.6°C in 1963. So while this morning’s chill might feel like winter overstayed its welcome, it’s been colder — and warmer — on this very day in years past.
