North Bay, Ontario Weather
North Bay, Ontario — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, ECCC alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for North Bay in Nipissing.
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About North Bay, Ontario
North Bay is a city in Nipissing, Ontario, Canada. It has a population of 52,662. North Bay is located at 46.3144°N, 79.4592°W. It observes Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4). Postal code area: P1A.
North Bay rests upon the northern shore of Lake Nipissing, a location defined by the rise of the landscape known as Thibeault Hill. It lies 36.4 km east of Sturgeon Falls, ON (from Sturgeon Falls, ON: bearing 99°T), and is situated 12.5 km north-west of Callander. The earth here holds a distinctive character, where the granite of the Canadian Shield meets the expansive water, and the air at dusk often carries a crisp, lingering stillness that cools the skin. Beyond the immediate waterfront, the terrain gains elevation, creating a vantage point that overlooks the vast, shimmering basin of the lake. To the west, the water of Duchesnay Falls descends with a persistent, rhythmic energy that has long defined the local topography, while the quiet passage of the La Vase River serves as a reminder of the historical routes that once linked these waters to the broader interior. The development of North Bay emerged through its significance as a vital junction for rail and transport, shifting from an early hub of resource extraction and forestry into a centre for trade and administration. This industrial heritage remains visible in the steady, pragmatic pace of the streets, where the influence of the railway continues to shape the logistical flow of commerce. North Bay has since cultivated a modern economy anchored in public service, aviation, and education, drawing strength from the presence of Nipissing University and Canadore College. The transition from the heavy labour of earlier decades to the current academic and service-oriented sectors reflects a quiet shift in the identity of the people, who maintain a grounded, industrious outlook on their daily lives. Cultural life in North Bay finds expression in a deep respect for the land and the shared history of the region, which includes the enduring presence and heritage of Indigenous peoples. The community values its connection to the outdoors, with residents frequently moving between the quiet residential slopes and the bustling activity near the water. Notable individuals, such as the actor Susan Aglukark or the hockey player Bill Barber, have roots that touch the character of the region, reflecting a diversity of talent that resonates with the local spirit. Visitors often find that North Bay sustains a balance between the demands of the modern world and the rugged, unyielding nature of the northern landscape, where the light reflecting off the lake at day’s end reveals the austere beauty of the terrain.
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Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 · Public domain · Sector code can (Canada / Northern U.S.) · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | North Bay, Nipissing, Ontario |
| Coordinates | 46.314444°N, 79.459167°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4) |
| Postal FSA | P1A |
| Area Code | 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This North Bay, Ontario Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for North Bay, Ontario, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for North Bay includes coordinates 46.314444°N, 79.459167°W, situated in Nipissing. Postal FSA: P1A. Telephone area code: 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905. Timezone: Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.