Early risers in Kenora and around the Lake of the Woods are greeted with mostly cloudy skies and a temperature of 9.8°C, according to the latest report from Kenora Airport. This forecast anticipates a mix of sun and cloud throughout the day, with potential showers and thunderstorms.
Today’s Weather Overview:
Current Conditions:
As of 4:00 AM CDT at Kenora Airport, the temperature is recorded at 9.8°C under mostly cloudy skies. The barometric pressure is 101.1 kPa and falling, indicating possible weather changes ahead. Humidity stands at 60%, with a dew point of 2.4°C. Winds are currently light from the southwest at 6 km/h, and visibility is excellent at 32 kilometers.
Expected Conditions:
Today, Kenora will see a mix of sun and cloud. There is a 70% chance of showers throughout the day, with a risk of a thunderstorm, particularly in the morning. Winds will shift to the northwest, increasing to 30 km/h and gusting up to 60 km/h. The day’s high is expected to reach 17°C, and the UV index is moderate at 5.
Tonight, the sky will become partly cloudy. The chance of showers will continue early in the evening at 70%, dropping to 30% later on, with an early risk of thunderstorms. Winds from the northwest will decrease to 20 km/h and become light in the evening. The temperature will drop to a low of about 5°C.
Tomorrow’s Forecast
Saturday, May 11, will start with increasing cloudiness in the morning. There’s a 40% chance of afternoon showers. Winds will shift to the south, picking up to 20 km/h in the early afternoon. The high for the day will be slightly warmer at 19°C, with a UV index remaining moderate at 5.
The night will feature cloudy periods with a 30% chance of showers, maintaining a mild low of 9°C.
Sunday, May 12, is set to be sunny with a high of 18°C. The evening will clear entirely, but temperatures will notably drop to a low of minus 1°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations:
Given the mixed weather conditions, carrying a waterproof jacket and an umbrella is advisable to navigate potential showers and thunderstorms. Layering will be beneficial as temperatures vary significantly, especially from day to night.
Weather Trivia:
Kenora and the surrounding Lake of the Woods area are known for their quickly changing weather patterns, largely influenced by the vast expanse of water and the region’s varied topography.