Cool and Cloudy Start Clears for a Beautiful Monday – But Rain Looms Midweek
Breezy Beginnings and Fog Patches Give Way to Blue Skies Across the Soo
SAULT STE. MARIE – WEATHER – Monday, May 26, 2025 – Sault Ste. Marie is waking up under partly cloudy skies, fog patches, and cool air, but brighter conditions are just around the corner. As the morning sun burns off the haze, residents can look forward to a mainly sunny and mild Monday, perfect for enjoying some fresh spring air—especially before midweek clouds and rain move in.
At 5:00 AM EDT, the temperature at Sault Ste. Marie Airport sat at 5.2°C, with a matching dew point—resulting in a saturated 100% humidity. Winds from the west-northwest are blowing at 21 km/h, adding a crispness to the air, while visibility is holding at 19 km. Barometric pressure is at 102.7 kPa and rising, signalling fair weather through today.
Today’s forecast is a beauty once the fog clears: mainly sunny with a high of 21°C, though communities along Lake Superior’s shoreline will feel cooler, closer to 14°C thanks to lake breezes. The UV index is 7, which is high, so sunscreen and protective gear are highly recommended.
Tonight, skies remain mostly clear with just a few clouds drifting in and a low of +4°C—a crisp but calm spring night.
Looking Ahead: Sun Now, Showers Later
Tuesday keeps the good vibes going with sunshine in the morning, transitioning to a mix of sun and cloud by noon. Temperatures rise to 22°C inland, while lakeside locations remain cooler at 16°C. Expect cloudy skies Tuesday night with a low of 6°C.
Wednesday brings overcast conditions with a high of 21°C, but the weather turns more unsettled by the evening with a 60 percent chance of showers and a nighttime low of 8°C.
Thursday follows the same soggy script, with cloudy skies and a continued 60 percent chance of rain, and a slightly cooler high of 17°C. Nighttime brings cloudy periods and a 40 percent chance of showers, with another mild low of 8°C.
So if you’ve got outdoor plans or chores to finish up, best to do them before Wednesday!
Wardrobe Suggestion
This morning calls for a light windbreaker or layered hoodie, especially with that breeze. As the day warms, lighter springwear will be more than enough—just keep in mind it’s cooler lakeside, so pack accordingly.
Weather Trivia: Lake Superior’s Chilly Grip
Did you know? Even in late May, the surface temperature of Lake Superior can still hover below 5°C, making it one of the coldest freshwater lakes in North America. That’s why even on a sunny day, shoreline towns like the Soo feel significantly cooler than inland locations.
