20.-22. October 2024: Weather report for Northwestern Ontario

On November 24, 2024By Littum

Thunder Bay – WEATHER – The weather across northwestern Ontario is set to feature a mix of fall sunshine and clouds, with some regions experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures. A few areas, particularly Pickle Lake and Armstrong, may experience brief showers and cooler conditions, but overall it will be a calm period for most communities.

Here’s your detailed weather forecast for October 20, 21 and 22, 2024, including current conditions, wind, barometric pressure and wardrobe suggestions to keep you prepared for the changing weather.

Kenora

Current Relationship: Clear skies with a temperature of 12°C. Winds from the southwest at 15 km/h and the barometric pressure is 1018 mb and constant.
Forecast: Sunday will see sunny skies with a temperature of 21°C thanks to warm winds from the south. Monday will remain sunny with temperatures up to 20°C. Tuesday brings a mix of sun and clouds with a 40% chance of showers and a temperature of 18°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: Light clothing during the day, such as T-shirts and comfortable trousers, will be perfect for the heat. A light jacket may be needed for cooler evenings, especially on Tuesday with possible rain.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:44 / 18:23
Weather trivia: Kenora experienced its warmest October day on October 7, 1997, with temperatures reaching 26°C.

Fort Frances

Current Relationship: Cloudy with a temperature of 10°C. Winds from the south-west at 12 km/h and the pressure rises at 1017 mb.
Forecast: Sunday will be sunny and warm with a temperature of 20°C. Monday offers more sunshine and the temperature reaches 21°C. Tuesday will see rising clouds and a 40% chance of rain, with a temperature of 19°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: T-shirts and light jumpers during the day, but bring a raincoat or umbrella on Tuesday for the potential rain in the afternoon.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:42 / 18:21
Weather trivia: Fort Frances experienced its hottest October on record in 1963, when the temperature reached 27°C.

Sioux Lookout

Current Relationship: Mostly sunny with a temperature of 9°C. The wind is light at 10 km/h from the northwest, with a barometric pressure of 1016 mb.
Forecast: Sunday will be sunny and warm, with temperatures up to 18°C. Monday will also be clear with a temperature of 20°C. Tuesday will see a mix of sun and clouds with a chance of showers late in the day, reaching 18°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: Lighter layers like long-sleeved shirts and jeans will be perfect for daytime. A jacket or light coat is recommended for cooler mornings.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:51 / 18:26
Weather trivia: In 1997, Sioux Lookout recorded its warmest October day at 26°C.

Pickle Lake (weather warning)

Current Relationship: Cloudy with light rain, 5°C. Winds from the northwest at 25 km/h. The barometric pressure is constant at 1022 mb.
Forecast: Sunday will be cool and cloudy with occasional showers and a temperature of 9°C. Monday will bring partly sunny skies with a temperature of 10°C. Tuesday is expected to be cloudier, with a 60% chance of rain and a temperature of 8°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: A warm raincoat, gloves and waterproof boots are essential, especially with wet weather and chilly winds expected over the weekend.
Sunrise/Sunset: 07:57 / 18:33
Weather trivia: Pickle Lake experienced a blizzard in early October in 1992, with over 8 inches of snow falling in one day.

Dryden

Current Relationship: Partly cloudy skies, with a temperature of 9°C. The wind is calm and the pressure is stable at 1019 mb.
Forecast: Sunday will bring sunny skies with temperatures of 19°C. Monday will see similarly warm conditions with a temperature of 20°C. Tuesday will be slightly cooler with rising clouds and a slight chance of rain, with a temperature of 17°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: Light, comfortable clothing is recommended for the sunny days. A jacket may be needed for cooler evenings, especially on Tuesday with a chance of showers.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:48 / 18:24
Weather trivia: Dryden’s hottest October day occurred in 1987, when temperatures reached 28°C on 4 October.

Armstrong

Current Relationship: Cloudy with light showers and a temperature of 7°C. Winds from the north-west at 20 km/h and the barometric pressure rises by 1021 mb.
Forecast: Sunday will be cloudy with a chance of showers in the morning, followed by partly clear skies in the afternoon with a temperature of 12°C. Monday will be mostly sunny with a temperature of 14°C, but Tuesday will feature clouds and a 50% chance of rain with a temperature of 10°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: A warm jacket and waterproof boots are necessary for the cooler, wet conditions, especially on Sundays. The layers are ideal for Monday’s clearer skies but chilly temperatures.
Sunrise/Sunset: 8:05 / 18:31
Weather trivia: Armstrong recorded its earliest October snowfall in 1985, with nearly 10 cm falling on 1 October.

Terrace Bay

Current Relationship: Mostly cloudy, with a temperature of 8°C. Wind from the northwest at 15 km/h. The barometric pressure is constant at 1017 mb.
Forecast: Sunday offers sunshine with a temperature of 16°C. Monday will continue to be sunny, with temperatures reaching 17°C. Tuesday offers rising clouds and a small chance of rain with a temperature of 15°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: Light layers for the sunny, mild days, but a jacket will be necessary for the cooler mornings and evenings.
Sunrise/Sunset: 07:56 / 18:33
Weather trivia: On 19 October 1965, Terrace Bay experienced one of its heaviest October snowfalls, with over 6 inches of snow falling in a single day.

Geraldton

Current Relationship: Cloudy with a temperature of 6°C. Winds from the north at 10 km/h, and the pressure is constant at 1020 mb.
Forecast: Sunday will be sunny with temperatures up to 15°C. Monday continues with sunshine, with temperatures around 16°C. Tuesday will be cooler with increasing cloud cover and a temperature of 12°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: Layered clothing is ideal for the warmer afternoons, but a jacket will be necessary on the cooler mornings and evenings.
Sunrise/Sunset: 07:57 / 18:34
Weather trivia: Geraldton recorded its coldest October temperature on 28 October 1991, when the temperature dropped to -19°C.

Nipigon

Current Relationship: Cloudy with a temperature of 7°C. Winds from the northwest at 10 km/h. The barometric pressure is constant at 1018 mb.
Forecast: Sunday will bring sunny skies with a temperature of 16°C. Monday will continue to be sunny and warm with a temperature of 17°C. Tuesday will see more cloud and a 30% chance of showers, with temperatures around 15°C.
Wardrobe suggestions: Comfortable, light layers for the sunny days, with a jacket in the evening. Prepare for potential rain on Tuesday.
Sunrise/Sunset: 7:55 / 18:31
Weather trivia: In October 1976, Nipigon recorded its largest October snowfall, with 18 cm falling in one day.

Wardrobe recommendations by region

Sunny and warm areas (Kenora, Fort Frances, Sioux Lookout, Dryden, Terrace Bay, Geraldton, Nipigon): Light layers, T-shirts and comfortable trousers are ideal for the sunny and warm weather during the day. A light jacket will be necessary for cooler evenings.
Coolers and wet areas (Pickle Lake, Armstrong): Waterproof jackets, boots and gloves will be needed to cope with the cool temperatures and rain showers expected over the weekend.