KENORA – WEATHER – As early November unfolds, Northwestern Ontario is experiencing cooler temperatures, a mix of rain and snow, and increasing cloud cover.
This weather report provides a detailed forecast for November 5 through November 7, 2024, for communities including Kenora, Dryden, Fort Frances, Atikokan, Sioux Lookout, Pickle Lake, Red Lake, Ear Falls, Nipigon, Terrace Bay, and Armstrong.
Information includes current conditions, forecasted highs and lows, barometric pressure, wind patterns, sunrise and sunset times, as well as wardrobe recommendations to prepare for the early winter chill.
Kenora
November 5: Kenora is under mostly cloudy skies with occasional light rain, with a temperature around 2°C. Southeast winds are blowing at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure stands at 1013 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:14 AM, and sunset is at 4:53 PM.
November 6-7: Light rain will transition to snow showers by Wednesday evening, with temperatures falling to -1°C. Highs on Thursday are expected to reach 1°C, with overcast skies.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Waterproof outerwear is advised for rain, and layered clothing will help in adapting to colder temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Kenora often sees its first snow accumulation by early November, marking the beginning of lasting winter conditions.
Dryden
November 5: Dryden has overcast skies with light snow flurries and a temperature of 1°C. Northwest winds are blowing at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure is at 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:08 AM, and sunset is at 4:48 PM.
November 6-7: Snow flurries are expected to persist, with highs near 0°C on Wednesday and lows dipping to -6°C by Thursday morning.
Wardrobe Suggestion: A warm winter coat, gloves, and insulated boots are recommended for handling the snow and colder temperatures.
Weather Trivia: Snow typically begins accumulating in Dryden by early November, creating a snow cover that often lasts until spring.
Fort Frances
November 5: Fort Frances is experiencing mostly cloudy skies with a temperature around 2°C, accompanied by light northwest winds at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is at 1014 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:06 AM, and sunset is at 4:56 PM.
November 6-7: Light snow showers are expected into Wednesday, with daytime highs reaching 1°C and nighttime lows near -4°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Layered winter clothing and a waterproof jacket are recommended for the wet and cool weather.
Weather Trivia: Fort Frances often sees its first snow cover in November, with temperatures beginning to stay below freezing.
Atikokan
November 5: Atikokan is under overcast skies with light snow showers, with a temperature around 0°C and light northwest winds at 10 km/h. Barometric pressure is 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:12 AM, and sunset is at 5:00 PM.
November 6-7: Snow flurries will linger through Wednesday, with highs near -1°C and nighttime lows falling to -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter outerwear, including a warm coat, hat, and gloves, is recommended for the cold conditions.
Weather Trivia: Early November marks the start of consistent snowfall in Atikokan, often leading to a lasting winter snowpack.
Sioux Lookout
November 5: Sioux Lookout is experiencing mostly cloudy skies with light snow flurries and temperatures around -1°C. Winds are from the northwest at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure is at 1014 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:13 AM, and sunset is at 5:05 PM.
November 6-7: Light snow will continue through mid-week, with daytime highs around -2°C and nighttime lows dropping to -8°C by Thursday.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated winter clothing, including a coat, gloves, and boots, is recommended for the snowy, cold conditions.
Weather Trivia: Sioux Lookout’s early November snowfall typically signals the start of winter, with conditions that last well into spring.
Pickle Lake
November 5: Pickle Lake has overcast skies with intermittent snow showers, with a temperature of -3°C. Winds are from the northwest at 15 km/h, and barometric pressure is 1013 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:15 AM, and sunset is at 5:07 PM.
November 6-7: Snow showers are expected to continue through Thursday, with highs around -4°C and lows near -10°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Arctic-grade outerwear, including a warm jacket, insulated gloves, and boots, is necessary to manage the cold conditions.
Weather Trivia: November brings consistent snow cover to Pickle Lake, with snow depths increasing steadily as temperatures remain below freezing.
Red Lake and Ear Falls
November 5: Red Lake and Ear Falls are seeing mostly cloudy skies with light snow showers, with temperatures around -2°C. Northwest winds are blowing at 10 km/h, and barometric pressure is at 1015 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:11 AM, and sunset is at 5:06 PM.
November 6-7: Snow will continue through mid-week, with daytime highs around -3°C and lows dipping to -9°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter clothing, including a coat, gloves, and snow boots, is recommended for the cold, snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: November often marks the start of sustained snow cover in Red Lake and Ear Falls, with accumulations that last well into spring.
Nipigon
November 5: Nipigon is experiencing mostly cloudy skies with a temperature around -1°C, and light snow flurries are expected throughout the day. Winds are calm from the northwest, and barometric pressure is 1016 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:17 AM, and sunset is at 5:11 PM.
November 6-7: Snow flurries are expected to continue through Thursday, with daytime highs reaching -2°C and lows dropping to -7°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Insulated winter layers, including a heavy coat, gloves, and boots, will help manage the snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Snowfall in Nipigon typically begins in November, with cold temperatures creating a lasting snow cover through winter.
Terrace Bay
November 5: Terrace Bay is experiencing mostly cloudy skies with snow showers and a temperature of 0°C. Winds are calm from the northwest, with barometric pressure at 1014 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:19 AM, and sunset is at 5:14 PM.
November 6-7: Snow is expected to persist, with highs around -1°C and nighttime lows nearing -6°C by Thursday.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Winter outerwear, including a warm coat, scarf, gloves, and boots, is recommended for the cold and snowy conditions.
Weather Trivia: Terrace Bay’s first lasting snow cover typically arrives in November, marking the beginning of the winter season.
Armstrong
November 5: Armstrong has overcast skies with light snow and temperatures around -2°C. Winds are calm, and the barometric pressure is at 1014 hPa. Sunrise is at 7:20 AM, and sunset is at 5:16 PM.
November 6-7: Snow flurries will persist through mid-week, with highs around -2°C and lows near -8°C.
Wardrobe Suggestion: Heavy winter clothing, including gloves, an insulated coat, and snow boots, is recommended for the cold weather.
Weather Trivia: Armstrong typically receives its first sustained snow cover by early November, setting the stage for a long winter.
