Special Air Quality Statement in Effect

Sioux Lookout – Weather – All of Northwestern Ontario is under the impact of wildfire smoke from western Canada.

Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement for Sioux Lookout and Eastern Lac Seul, as smoke from northern Ontario wildfires continues to degrade air quality and visibility. Westerly winds are carrying wildfire smoke into the region, with fluctuating smoke levels expected to continue over the next few days.

Current Conditions

📍 Observed at Sioux Lookout Airport – 5:00 AM CDT

• Temperature: 17.7°C

• Dew Point: 13.2°C

• Humidity: 75%

• Pressure: 101.1 kPa (Rising)

• Wind: West at 8 km/h

• Visibility: 13 km

• Sky Condition: Mostly Cloudy

• Air Quality: Poor due to wildfire smoke

Monday Forecast – July 14

• 🌤️ Mix of sun and cloud through the day.

• 🌦️ 40% chance of showers with a risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon.

• 🌫️ Smoke continues to affect the area.

• 🌬️ Winds: Northwest 20 km/h, becoming light in the afternoon.

• 🔺 High: 24°C

• 💧 Humidex: 27

• 🔆 UV Index: 7 (High)

Tonight – July 14

• ☁️ Cloudy with a 40% chance of showers.

• ⚡ Risk of a thunderstorm in the evening.

• 🌫️ Local smoke remains in the region.

• 🌡️ Low: 13°C

Extended Forecast

Tuesday, July 15

• ☁️ Cloudy with a 60% chance of showers.

• 🌫️ Smoke in the morning, possibly easing later.

• 🌬️ Wind: Becoming north 30 km/h in the morning.

• 🌡️ High: 22°C

• 🔆 UV Index: 3 (Moderate)
  🌙 Night: Cloudy periods with 30% chance of showers. Low: 9°C

Wednesday, July 16

• 🌤️ Mix of sun and cloud

• 🌡️ High: 22°C
  🌙 Night: Cloudy periods with 30% chance of showers. Low: 10°C

Thursday, July 17

• 🌤️ Mix of sun and cloud

• 🌡️ High: 26°C
  🌙 Night: Cloudy periods. Low: 12°C

Wardrobe & Health Recommendations

• A light jacket or long sleeves are ideal for the cool morning and potential rain.

• Limit outdoor physical activity due to ongoing smoke.

• Use HEPA filters or portable air purifiers indoors.

• N95 respirator masks are advised if spending time outside.

• Stay hydrated and check in on neighbours or family who may be more vulnerable to smoke.

Air Quality Advisory – Stay Safe

With smoke lingering, take precautions:

• Keep windows and doors closed when indoors.

• Reschedule or limit outdoor sports and events.

• Pay attention to symptoms like coughing, headaches, or breathing trouble.

• Follow official guidance from local health and environment agencies.

More info at: canada.ca/wildfire-smoke and airhealth.ca

Weather Trivia

Did you know? Sioux Lookout often sees thunderstorms during mid-summer as warm, humid air masses interact with cooler systems from the west. When combined with wildfire smoke, these can create dramatic skies but also worsen air quality during rainfall breaks.