Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
Kenora – Weather – Early risers in the Kenora and Lake of the Woods region are greeted with partly cloudy skies at 5:40 AM CDT, observed at Kenora Airport. The temperature sits at a chilly -2.4°C, with a slight north wind blowing at 9 km/h adding a nip to the air, bringing the wind chill down to -6°C.
The pressure is a steady 102.3 kPa and rising, hinting at changing weather conditions as the day progresses. Humidity is high at 94%, and visibility is excellent at 32 kilometres, suggesting a clear view across the landscape.
Tomorrow’s Forecast
Expected Conditions
Today promises mainly sunny skies in the morning, with increasing cloudiness rolling in early this afternoon. The wind will stay gentle, up to 15 km/h, while temperatures are expected to reach a pleasant high of 9°C.
Despite the warmth, the morning wind chill might make it feel as cold as -6°C, so dressing in layers is advisable. The UV index is moderate at 3.
Tonight, clouds will thicken, bringing a 30 percent chance of flurries and a risk of freezing drizzle overnight. The wind will maintain its pace, and temperatures are expected to dip to a low of -4°C, with an overnight wind chill feeling like -7°C.
Friday will be cloudy, with a 30 percent chance of flurries early in the morning and rain or snow beginning late in the afternoon.
There’s also a risk of freezing drizzle early in the morning. The wind will shift to the southwest at 30 km/h, gusting up to 50 km/h, with a high of +3°C and a wind chill of -12°C in the morning. The UV index will drop to a low of 2.
The weekend will bring rain showers or flurries on Friday night, with temperatures holding steady at -3°C. Saturday will see flurries and windy conditions, with a high of -1°C. The night will introduce cloudy periods with a 30 percent chance of flurries, dropping to a low of -14°C.
Sunday alternates between sun and clouds, with a 40 percent chance of flurries and a high of -6°C. The night will be marked by cloudy periods, with temperatures falling to a brisk -17°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations
The forecast for Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region calls for a variety of layers to adapt to the fluctuating weather conditions.
Ensure to have a waterproof outer layer for the late afternoon rain or snow on Friday and a warm hat and gloves for the chilly mornings and significantly colder nights ahead.
Weather Trivia
The Lake of the Woods area is known for its dramatic shifts in weather, owing to its unique geographical location at the nexus of Manitoba, Ontario, and Minnesota. This region can experience rapid weather changes, influenced by the vast body of water and its surrounding forests, making its weather forecasting a challenge yet fascinating.
