Thunder Bay is starting Monday, March 17, 2025, under cloudy skies with snowfall expected, marking both the traditional St. Patrick's Day celebrations and another cold day. The temperature sits at -4.5°C with a light north wind making it feel like -6°C. With humidity at 78%, the cold feels damp, leaving many to seek warmth indoors.
Today, residents will experience a 60% chance of early morning flurries giving way to periods of steady snow throughout the day. Snowfall amounts are projected to reach between 2 to 4 centimeters. The wind will remain light, up to 15 km/h, with temperatures possibly climbing to a high of 1°C, but the wind chill will keep it feeling significantly colder at around -12°C. This damp chill means layers will still be necessary, no matter what the thermometer says.
Going through the evening, snow will continue tapering off by midnight, but there's still a 40% chance of flurries overnight. Winds are expected to remain light, with temperatures dropping to -5°C and wind chills touching -8°C.
While many may look out at the snowy scenes, Thunder Bay has vibrant things happening indoors as well. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are gearing up, starting with the St. Patrick's Day Bash at 1:00 pm today, promising plenty of Irish spirit to the city. This festive atmosphere is only enhanced by the scheduled performances throughout the day and the evening.
At 7:00 pm, the lively Irish Echos will grace the stage, filling the air with traditional tunes and celebratory songs. Those seeking some comedy relief can find it at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium at 8:00 pm, where Darcy & Jer are set to perform their "Average at Best Tour," guaranteeing laughter and enjoyment.
If you're still going strong, The Foundry will keep the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations going with their Sea Shanty Mondays at 8:30 pm, providing live music and good vibes to round out the evening's festivities.
Adding to the daily news, the cheapest gas price reported is at K&A Variety & Gas Bar on City Road, at $1.29—something to keep in mind if you’re out and about. Midweek, the weather outlook looks promising with warmer temperatures on the horizon after today’s chill. Tuesday is expected to be mainly cloudy with some morning flurries but is set to warm up to 6°C. The trend continues through the week with highs reaching even up to 4°C by Wednesday and 3°C on Friday.
March is famously unpredictable, but it has seen everything from spring-like warmth to deep winter cold. Today's mix of snow and mild temperatures does sit somewhere squarely between these extremes. When it was last checked, the warmest March 17th on record broke 19.5°C back in 2012, whereas the coldest was recorded at -35.0°C back in 1965. So, even if today feels cold and wintry, there’s hope for sunny days to come.
For anyone planning to participate, don’t forget to dress appropriately for the conditions. Winter coats, gloves, and hats are still necessary, especially during the brisk morning temperatures. Snow boots are highly recommended as the snow continues throughout the day. By afternoon, you may be able to switch to lighter layered apparel, but be mindful of the cold mornings.
With spirited events underway alongside snowy forecasts, March 17, 2025, promises to be lively and layered, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, no matter the weather!