Plane tickets from Phoenix to Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay is the largest city in northwestern Ontario, Canada. Located on the shores of Lake Superior, it is home to a population of 108,359 and boasts breathtaking views, a wide variety of outdoor activities, and a vibrant cultural scene. From fishing and camping to live music, theatre, art galleries, and museums, it has something for everyone. In this text, we will dive deeper into what makes Thunder Bay such an amazing place to visit and call home.

Getting to Know Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay is a city in Ontario, Canada , located on Lake Superior. It is the most populous municipality in Northwestern Ontario, with a population of 107,909 as of the 2016 census. Thunder Bay operates on Eastern Standard Time (UTC−5), and is the only municipality in Northwestern Ontario to observe Daylight Saving Time (UTC−4). Thunder Bay is bilingual, with the majority of the population speaking English and the minority (9.51%) speaking French. The currency used in Thunder Bay is Canadian Dollars (CAD).

Climate and Weather

Thunder Bay is located in Northwestern Ontario and experiences a humid continental climate. The city has short, mild summers and long, cold winters that last from November to March. Summers in Thunder Bay tend to experience hot and humid conditions, with temperatures ranging between 25 and 30 degrees Celcius. Winters, on the other hand, can be quite extreme with temperatures dipping below -20 degrees Celcius on average. Snow tends to linger from November to May and the average precipitation for the region is just under 725mm. Thunder Bay is also known for its frequent thunderstorms during the summer months and is subject to occasional tornadoes.

Touring Thunder Bay: Airport and Transportation

There are two airports in Thunder Bay and their official names are Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) and the Thunder Bay City Airport (YQTB). You can get from the main airport to downtown in Thunder Bay by taxi and it may cost around $20 to $30 each way. There are also public transportation buses available from the YQT Airport to the City Centre. No, you cannot change money at Thunder Bay airport.

Exploring the Rich History and Culture of Thunder Bay

  1. Thunder Bay is located in Northwestern Ontario, and is home to several Indigenous communities, such as Fort William First Nation
  2. Thunder Bay is known for its beautiful waterfront and stunning national parks, including Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
  3. Thunder Bay is also home to many cultural events, such as the annual Thunder Bay Blues Festival and the Dragon Boat Race Festival

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