Arctic Air Grips Northwestern Ontario
Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region wake up to a chilly morning with light snowflakes drifting down. With temperatures and wind chills plunging, frostbite remains a pressing concern.
Current Conditions
At 5:00 AM CST, the temperature is -17°C, but it feels like -23°C with the wind chill. Light snow is falling under mostly clear skies, offering excellent visibility of 32 km. Winds are light from the north at 9 km/h, and the humidity sits at 80%. Barometric pressure is at 103.7 kPa and rising, indicating stable but cold conditions.
Today’s Forecast: Clearing Skies, Arctic Chill
A mix of sun and cloud will dominate the day, with a 30% chance of early-morning flurries. Winds will remain light at up to 15 km/h, and temperatures will drop to -24°C this morning before gradually rising later. Wind chills will make it feel as cold as -31°C early on, improving to -20°C this afternoon. The UV index is 1 (low), but frostbite can still occur in minutes under these conditions.
Tonight: Mainly Cloudy and Icy
Skies will remain mostly cloudy tonight, with a 30% chance of flurries overnight. Winds will stay light at up to 15 km/h, and the low will fall to -23°C. Wind chills will dip further to -29°C, keeping frostbite risks high.
The Week Ahead
Wednesday, January 8
Mainly cloudy skies persist with a 40% chance of flurries. Winds will pick up from the south at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, pushing the high to -14°C. Morning wind chills will hit -34°C, easing to -23°C by afternoon.
Overnight: Cloudy periods with a low of -17°C.
Thursday, January 9
Cloudy skies and a 60% chance of snow dominate the day. The high will reach -10°C.
Overnight: Continued cloudiness and snow chances, with a low of -15°C.
Friday, January 10
A mix of sun and cloud returns, with a 30% chance of flurries and a high of -10°C.
Overnight: Cloudy periods and a low of -18°C.
Historical Temperatures for January 7
Kenora’s historical records showcase its frigid winters:
- Record High: 3.0°C
- Record Low: -42.0°C
What to Wear?
Today calls for maximum winter protection. A thermal base layer, insulated coat, warm gloves, a scarf, and a hat are must-haves. Protect exposed skin with a balaclava, and opt for insulated boots to keep toes warm and frostbite-free.
Did You Know?
Kenora’s location near Lake of the Woods creates its unique winter weather patterns. The lake’s proximity can lead to bursts of localized snow, but it also moderates temperatures slightly compared to more inland regions.
