Ongoing Wildfire Smoke and Damp Conditions Set the Tone for Early Week Weather

SANDY LAKE – Residents across Sandy Lake, Weagamow Lake, and Deer Lake are starting the week under heavy smoke, cloudy skies, and persistent mist, contributing to poor visibility and rising health concerns. With a thick smoke blanket over much of Northwestern Ontario, air quality remains a key concern even as intermittent showers bring some brief relief.

The Evacuation of Sandy Lake from wildfire Red Lake 12 continues. There has been damage by the fire in Sandy Lake, however crews are on the ground working to keep the fire damage at bay. Latest Wildfire Update: Here.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions (as of 6:36 AM CDT)

• Temperature: 6.9°C

• Humidity: 98%

• Dew Point: 6.6°C

• Wind: N 15 km/h, gusting to 28 km/h

• Pressure: 100.3 kPa (stable)

• Condition: Mist

• Visibility: 2 km

• Air Quality: Very poor due to ongoing wildfire smoke

Monday Forecast

• Sky: Cloudy with 60% chance of showers

• Smoke: Lingering throughout the day, especially during the morning and evening

• Wind: Becoming northwest 20 km/h late this afternoon

• High: 16°C

• UV Index: 4 (moderate)

Tonight

• Conditions: Cloudy with 40% chance of showers

• Wind: Northwest 20 km/h, becoming light late this evening

• Smoke: Continuing overnight

• Low: 7°C

Tomorrow’s Forecast

Tuesday, June 10

• Morning: Cloudy with local smoke

• Afternoon: Becoming a mix of sun and cloud

• High: 18°C

• UV Index: 6 (high)

• Night: Cloudy with 40% chance of showers

• Low: +4°C

Wednesday, June 11

• Day: Cloudy

• High: 14°C

• Night: Clear, low of +3°C

Thursday, June 12

• Day: Sunny

• High: 19°C

• Night: Clear

• Low: 8°C

Wardrobe Recommendations

• Today: Dress warmly in waterproof outer layers and limit outdoor exposure due to dense smoke. Respirator-style masks (N95 or equivalent) are strongly recommended outdoors.

• Tuesday: Layers are key. Bring a light jacket for the cooler morning hours and a mask for morning smoke.

• Midweek: Sunshine returns—ideal for light, breathable clothing and sunglasses. Keep rain gear handy for scattered evening showers.

Weather Trivia

Did you know?
Sandy Lake often experiences its highest wildfire-related air quality alerts in early June—just as cooler lake-influenced air mixes with seasonal wind shifts, trapping smoke near the surface. This year, the pattern has intensified due to sustained high-pressure systems in Northern Ontario.