Snowstorm heading toward Thunder Bay with up to 20cm expected in some areas

Thunder Bay is finally getting a significant snowstorm this weekend, with about 10 20 centimetres of snow expected in parts of the region, especially along Highway 17. Environment Canada issued a weather advisory Friday afternoon, saying the storm was expected to begin Friday evening and continue until Saturday afternoon.

The heaviest snow is expected Saturday morning and should ease up throughout the day, though some light snow could still be falling on Sunday morning, according to the weather service. No snow and mild temperatures in Thunder Bay force outdoor sports to adapt December in Thunder Bay the warmest on record Driving conditions could be treacherous, especially on the highways, since there could be snow, ice and reduced visibility.

This storm comes after Thunder Bay has seen a slow start to its trademark winter, with warm temperatures lasting throughout the fall and early winter season, with the warmest December on record, according to Environment Canada..