Thunder Bay residents can expect sunny skies and summer-like warmth through the middle of this week, according to Environment Canada. The forecast calls for clear days and cool nights, with a shift to rainy weather expected by Thursday.
No weather alerts are in effect for the Thunder Bay area as of June 1. The sunny stretch began Monday with a high of 20°C and east winds around 20 km/h. Tuesday, June 2, will stay sunny with a high of 22°C. Overnight lows drop to 4°C Monday night and 9°C Tuesday night under clear skies.
The UV index sits at 7, which Environment Canada considers high, on both Monday and Tuesday. People heading outside should use sunscreen, wear a hat, and take breaks in the shade. Conditions are ideal for gardening, hiking, and other outdoor plans during this week.
The warmest day arrives Wednesday, June 3, with sunny skies and a high of 27°C. That is well above the early June normal of 19°C. But the dry weather does not last all week. A weather system moves in Wednesday night, bringing a 60 per cent chance of showers on Thursday and Friday. Daytime highs slide to 17-18°C.
Weekend conditions look better. Saturday, June 6, brings a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 19°C. Sunday warms back up to 22°C with a similar mix. The Weather Network shows a similar pattern, with only minor differences in temperature and rain chance.
Climate normals for early June in Thunder Bay sit at a high of 19°C and low of 6°C. Sunrise is around 6:00 a.m. EDT and sunset is near 9:50 p.m. EDT, providing plenty of daylight for outdoor activities.
