A Sunny Start in Ogoki – But Rain Clouds Lurk on the Horizon
MARTEN FALLS – WEATHER UPDATE – Sunday has dawned with crisp air and clear skies in Marten Falls and the Ogoki region. At 6:00 AM EDT, it’s a brisk 3.9°C—you might even see your breath this morning! With humidity hovering at 98% and northeast winds blowing at 11 km/h, it’s the kind of cool morning that’ll have you second-guessing those summer shorts. Barometric pressure is steady at 101.7 kPa, and visibility remains a clear 16 km.
This came after a totally mixed bag of weather in Marten Falls on Saturday. There was humid heat, pouring rain, sun, and lots of smiles as the North Star Air team came north to spend the day with the people as they celebrated National Indigenous Day in the community.
Sunshine Early, But Afternoon Showers Brewing
The day will begin gloriously sunny, but don’t let that fool you—increasing cloudiness this afternoon will bring a 40% chance of showers, and there’s also a risk of a thunderstorm late in the day. Winds will pick up, shifting to the east at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40, stirring things up as the weather turns.
Temperatures will climb to a modest 18°C, but the UV index is a striking 8, so sun protection is a must before the clouds roll in. It’s a real “sunscreen-and-rain-jacket” kind of day!
Tonight: Wet and Rumbly
Get ready for showers and possible thunderstorms tonight, with 10 to 15 mm of rain expected. The wind will taper off as the evening wears on, becoming light overnight, but the dampness will linger. The overnight low will dip to 6°C, making for a rather chilly midsummer evening.
Monday: Rain and Thunder Could Linger
The new week starts on a soggy note. Expect more showers with a risk of early morning thunderstorms, bringing another 5 to 10 mm of rainfall. Winds will once again pick up from the east at 20 km/h, gusting to 40, before calming down in the afternoon.
The high will again reach 18°C, and the UV index will drop to 3, so you can leave the sunglasses behind but keep the rain gear handy.
Looking Ahead: More Cool and Cloudy
Monday night stays cloudy with a 40% chance of showers and a low around 10°C. Tuesday brings a mix of sun and cloud with a continued chance of showers (40%), and a cool high of just 15°C. As skies clear overnight, temperatures are expected to fall to just above freezing, at +1°C. Yes, in June.
Wardrobe Wisdom:
Layer up early, pack rain gear for the afternoon, and maybe keep a toque nearby for late-night stargazing—Marten Falls is reminding us that Northern Ontario likes to keep summer interesting!
Weather Trivia:
Did you know that Marten Falls can experience frost even in late June? Its northern latitude and proximity to large swaths of boreal forest keep it susceptible to wild temperature swings well into summer.
