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Weather report for Jan 17, 2025

Northeast Ontario Weather Report for Friday, January 17, 2025

Today's weather in Northeast Ontario will involve a mix of sun and cloud with chilly temperatures reaching highs of minus 3 to minus 8 degrees Celsius through various areas. Winds in some parts might make it feel even colder with a wind chill, so dress warmly if you're stepping out today.

  • Kapuskasing & Surrounding Areas:
  • Expect mainly cloudy skies with high temperatures around minus 2. The wind will become south 20 km/h in the afternoon, which may increase the chill factor.
  • Timmins & Surrounding Areas:
  • Cloudy with 60% chance of snow, high near minus 8. Winds from the northwest may gust to 40 km/h but will become lighter by afternoon.
  • Hearst & North Regions:
  • Snow beginning late in the morning with accumulations between 5 and 10 cm. High of minus 2, with the temperatures feeling colder at minus 21 in the morning despite a warmer afternoon.

Tonight's Overview:

Temperatures will drop more profoundly across the region tonight with lows diving to minus 14 or lower, possibly even to minus 28 in some areas.

Weekend Outlook:

  • Saturday:

Mostly cloudy with periods of snow, especially in northern areas, with possible flurries. Temperatures will fall throughout the day, reaching minus 21 in the afternoon, with a high risk of frostbite.

  • Sunday:

Predominantly sunny throughout the Northeast with extremely cold temperatures. Highs remain well below zero at minus 10 to minus 21. Lows at night could reach a biting minus 33, particularly on Sunday night, so bundle up.

Stay warm and plan weekend activities accordingly, especially if you are braving the cold outdoors.

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