THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Sault Ste. Marie awakens to misty conditions this Thursday morning as the city braces for an incoming wet weather system.
A Yellow Rainfall Warning has been issued by Environment Canada, with a significant 20 to 40 mm of rain expected through tonight into Friday. With frozen ground reducing absorption, localized flooding may occur in low-lying areas. Residents are urged to take precautions and stay informed.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions (as of 7:00 AM EST)
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Temperature: 0.3°C
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Conditions: Mist
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Visibility: 3 km
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Humidity: 96%
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Wind: ESE at 13 km/h
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Pressure: 101.3 kPa, falling
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Dew Point: -0.3°C
Fog patches will dissipate through the morning, but skies remain mainly cloudy. Winds will increase slightly to southeast 20 km/h, with temperatures reaching a high of +3°C by this afternoon. The UV index is 1 – low, so minimal sun exposure is expected.
Extended Forecast
Expected Conditions (Friday through Sunday)
Friday, January 9
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Morning: Rain transitions to flurries by early afternoon.
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Rainfall: 15–30 mm total (including tonight’s totals)
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High: +4°C in the morning, falling to 0°C in the afternoon
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Wind: NW 40 km/h, gusting to 60
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Night: Cloudy periods, turning colder with a low of -7°C
Saturday, January 10
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Day: Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries
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High: -4°C
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Night: Continued flurries, low of -9°C
Sunday, January 11
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Day: Mixed sun and cloud with a 60% chance of flurries
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High: -6°C
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Night: Cloudy periods with a 30% chance of flurries, low -8°C
Wardrobe Recommendations
Given the shifting weather conditions, here’s what to wear and carry:
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Thursday: A warm waterproof jacket, especially if heading out tonight. Layers underneath will help adjust to daytime chill and mist.
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Friday: Bring an umbrella and rain boots for morning rain, then transition to winter wear for the falling temps and afternoon flurries.
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Saturday & Sunday: Dress in full winter gear — including gloves, scarf, hat, and insulated footwear — to stay warm and dry during flurry activity.
Weather Trivia
Did you know?
Sault Ste. Marie holds a January rainfall record from January 1980, when over 44 mm of rain fell in a single day — rare for mid-winter! This week’s forecasted rainfall may not break records, but it’s notable due to the frozen ground and risk of urban flooding, making it an unusual event for this time of year.
Weather Summary
Stay dry and prepared in Sault Ste. Marie with our January 8, 2026, detailed weather forecast. Rainfall warning in effect with 20–40 mm expected, turning to flurries by Friday. Full outlook through Sunday included.
