Cooler Breezes and Hazy Skies as Northwestern Ontario Navigates Lingering Smoke

Geraldton – WEATHER – Residents across Geraldton and the Greenstone region are waking up to a brisk morning under mostly cloudy skies. While scattered showers are possible early today, the dominant weather features are the cooling northwest winds and widespread hazy conditions caused by wildfire smoke in the region. Visibility remains good for now, but air quality may fluctuate throughout the day depending on wind shifts and smoke plumes.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions – 6:00 AM EDT

• Location: Geraldton Airport

• Temperature: 7.5°C

• Wind: Southwest at 8 km/h (shifting NW later)

• Pressure: 101.0 kPa

• Visibility: 16 km

• Sky Conditions: Mostly cloudy with light morning haze

Wednesday Forecast – June 11

Daytime

• Conditions: Mainly cloudy with a 40% chance of scattered showers, particularly through the morning. Skies will remain hazy due to wildfire smoke across Northwestern Ontario.

• Wind: Becoming northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h.

• High Temperature: 15°C

• UV Index: 7 (High – Skin protection is recommended during breaks in cloud cover)

Tonight

• Conditions: Cloudy early with a 30% chance of evening showers, then gradual clearing overnight.

• Wind: Northwest 20 km/h, gusting to 40 before becoming light.

• Low Temperature: +4°C

Extended Weather Forecast

Thursday, June 12

• Conditions: A mix of sun and cloud with diminishing haze.

• High: 14°C

• UV Index: 7 (High)

Thursday Night

• Sky: Clear and calm.

• Low: +2°C – Patchy frost possible in sheltered low-lying areas.

Friday, June 13

• Conditions: A milder day with a blend of sun and cloud.

• High: 20°C

• Night: Clear skies continue, low of +4°C.

Saturday, June 14

• Conditions: Warming trend continues with a pleasant mix of sunshine and clouds.

• High: 22°C

• Night: Cloudy periods, low of 7°C.

Wardrobe Recommendations

• Today: A windbreaker or light jacket is advisable due to gusty northwest winds. Consider a mask if you are sensitive to smoke or spending prolonged time outdoors.

• Tonight: Dress in layers if heading out, with cooler temperatures likely and a noticeable chill in the air.

Weather Trivia

Did You Know?
Geraldton’s proximity to the Boreal Forest and extensive lake systems makes it particularly vulnerable to the impacts of wildfire smoke. Winds from the northwest can quickly bring smoke from distant fires into the region, even when fire activity is not local.