Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Thunder Bay is wearing an unusual badge this morning: at 5:00 AM, the city is sitting at 0.2°C, making it Canada’s “Hot Spot” at this hour. Don’t let that number fool you—this is not patio weather.

A falling barometer signals an active pattern, and today brings cloud, a chance of flurries this morning, light snow developing near noon, gusty northwest winds, and a return to colder air tonight.

If you’re commuting or travelling, the biggest concern is the risk of freezing drizzle overnight into the morning, followed by blowing snow potential once winds ramp up.

Make sure you have plenty of windshield washer fluid as the slop on roads will be an issue today. Sidewalks are likely to be sloppy as the snow pack allowed by city standards will be melting.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions

At 5:00 AM EST in Thunder Bay, it is cloudy with:

• Temperature: 0.2°C

• Pressure: 100.7 kPa (falling)

• Humidity: 73%

• Wind: WNW 17 km/h, gusting 28 km/h

• Visibility: 24 km

That falling pressure is a classic “change is coming” signal—consistent with the mixed precipitation risk and snow developing later today.

What to Expect Today

Environment Canada’s forecast calls for a cloudy day with a 40% chance of flurries this morning, and light snow beginning near noon. Winds increase out of the northwest to 30 km/h gusting to 50, which can make conditions feel raw and can also move snow around in open areas.

• High: -2°C

• Wind chill: near -12

• UV Index: 1 (Low)

Even though temperatures hover close to the freezing mark early, the combination of wind and intermittent snow can make driving conditions change quickly—especially on higher speed routes.

Expected Conditions (Next 3 Days)

Tonight (Tue night)
Cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries and a risk of freezing drizzle, then light snow continues overnight.

• Low: -7°C

• Wind: NW 30 km/h gusting to 50

• Wind chill: near -14

Wednesday, February 11
A colder, quieter day.

• Sky: Cloudy

• High: -4°C

• Night: Clear, low -15°C

Thursday, February 12
Bright but still winter-cold.

• Sky: Sunny

• High: -1°C

• Night: Clear, low -12°C

Friday, February 13
A noticeable daytime improvement.

• Sky: Sunny

• High: 3°C

• Night: Cloudy periods, low -8°C

Wardrobe Recommendations

Today is about wind protection and traction:

• Wear a warm mid-layer and a wind-resistant outer shell—gusts up to 50 km/h will cut through lighter jackets.

• Choose boots with good grip. A freezing drizzle risk can lay down a thin glaze that’s harder to see than fresh snow.

• Keep your hat and mitts handy even with temperatures near zero early—once winds rise, it will feel much colder.

Road-trip reminder: top up windshield washer fluid (winter-rated) and keep an ice scraper in the vehicle. Slushy spray plus freezing drizzle can wreck visibility fast.

Weather Trivia

Thunder Bay can jump from “mild” to “mid-winter” in a hurry. When winds swing northwest and strengthen, colder air pours in and turns a near-zero morning into a wind-chilled afternoon. That’s why a 0°C “hot spot” headline can still come with very wintry driving conditions.

Summary

Thunder Bay Weather Desk Report for Tuesday, February 10, 2026: Thunder Bay starts as Canada’s “Hot Spot” near 0°C, but stays cloudy with flurries possible this morning, light snow developing near noon, and strong NW winds gusting 50 km/h. Freezing drizzle risk tonight, colder midweek, and a milder rebound Friday.