Sault Ste. Marie’s Long Weekend Forecast Brings Misty Mornings, Rainy Afternoons, and Sunshine Just in Time for Victoria Day
SAULT STE. MARIE – WEATHER REPORT – Sault Ste. Marie is waking up to a misty and mild morning as the Victoria Day long weekend kicks off, but residents and visitors can look forward to a weather turnaround by the time Monday rolls in. If you’re planning a hike along the Hub Trail or a visit to the waterfront, prepare for a few soggy starts before the weekend rewards your patience with sunshine.
At 5:00 AM EDT, the Sault Ste. Marie Airport is reporting misty conditions with a current temperature of 14.9°C and, unsurprisingly, a humidity reading of 100%. Winds are light from the east-southeast at 8 km/h, and visibility is reduced to 5 km due to the dense mist. Pressure is on the rise at 99.9 kPa.
Long Weekend Forecast: From Muggy to Majestic
Today, showers will wrap up by late morning, leaving behind clearing skies. There’s still a risk of a lingering thunderstorm early in the day. By the afternoon, expect a warm high of 26°C, with the humidex making it feel closer to 27. Winds will become southeast at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40 km/h. The UV index will hit a high 6, so once the sun returns, it will pack a punch.
Tonight will turn cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers in the evening, increasing to more persistent rain overnight. There is a risk of a thunderstorm during the evening and overnight hours, keeping the skies noisy at times. Winds will continue southeast at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, and the overnight low will dip to 10°C.
Saturday will stay cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers, offering cooler daytime highs of just 17°C. The night will bring cloudy periods with a continued 40 percent chance of showers and a low of 5°C.
Sunday will be the chilliest day of the weekend, with cloudy skies and a 30 percent chance of lingering showers. Temperatures will barely make it to 10°C. The good news? Sunday night will clear up with a low dropping to zero—yes, that’s right, a frost warning might not be far off.
Victoria Day Monday will finally deliver the sunny spring weather we’ve been waiting for, with clear skies and a pleasant high of 13°C—perfect for barbecues, waterfront strolls, and finally dusting off those patio chairs. The night will remain clear with a low of 3°C.
Pack the Layers and Patience
Whether you’re heading to Pancake Bay, the locks, or simply enjoying a staycation, you’ll need rain gear and layers handy through Saturday. Sunday may feel more like an early April day, but Monday will bring the kind of crisp, bluebird skies that are worth the wait.
Sault Ste. Marie Weather Trivia
Did you know? Thanks to the moderating influence of Lake Superior, Sault Ste. Marie can sometimes dodge the worst of the May long weekend chill—but not this year. Keep that extra blanket close Sunday night!
