Kenora is embracing classic winter vibes this morning with a temperature of -15°C, light snow, and drifting flakes making their mark.
Kenora braces for snow and gusty winds with highs of -4°C and wind chills as low as -31°C. Freezing drizzle risks and weekend details included.
Winds are coming in strong from the south-southwest at 29 km/h, gusting to 42 km/h, giving us a brisk wind chill of -26°C. Humidity is sitting at 87%, and visibility is reduced to 5 km due to the snow. Buckle up for a wintry mix of snow, freezing drizzle, and strong winds over the next few days.
Here’s everything you need to know to navigate the weather in the Lake of the Woods region.
Today: A Snowy and Windy Day
Snow will kick off this morning, bringing an expected accumulation of 2 to 4 cm. There’s also a risk of freezing drizzle sneaking in late this afternoon, so watch your step—it’s going to get slick out there. The wind will remain strong at 30 km/h with gusts up to 50 km/h, though it will calm slightly by early afternoon and shift to the west by late afternoon. Despite a high of -4°C, it’ll feel more like -31°C in the morning and -11°C later in the day thanks to the wind chill. Frostbite risks are real, so bundle up in your thickest winter gear.
Tonight: Flurries and Gusty Winds
Flurries will persist through the evening, with another 2 cm of snow expected. The risk of freezing drizzle remains, making roads and sidewalks treacherous. Winds from the northwest will maintain their strength at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, creating a wind chill near -14°C. If you’re heading out, tread carefully and consider wearing ice cleats to stay upright!
Thursday, January 16: Cloudy Skies and Snow Chances
The clouds won’t budge on Thursday, with a 40% chance of flurries in the morning. Winds will stay lively at northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50 but will ease by the afternoon. The high will once again reach -4°C, with wind chills moderating from -15°C in the morning to -8°C later in the day. Thursday night will usher in another round of snow with a low of -9°C.
Friday, January 17: Snow Returns with Cooler Temperatures
Friday’s theme is snow, with steady periods of flurries throughout the day and a high of -10°C. As the night falls, temperatures will plummet to a sharp -23°C, with cloudy skies keeping a 40% chance of flurries hanging around. Make sure your winter boots are snow-ready!
Saturday, January 18: A Polar Weekend
Saturday will offer a mix of sun and cloud with a daytime high of -19°C—brace yourself, it’s going to feel icy. Saturday night will bring clear skies and a dramatic low of -31°C, so be prepared to crank up the heat indoors or snuggle under some heavy blankets. This will be one of those nights where the outdoors feel like an arctic expedition.
Wardrobe Suggestions
Dressing warm is not an option; it’s mandatory! Opt for layers: thermal undergarments, thick sweaters, insulated parkas, and windproof pants. Cover as much skin as possible with scarves, mittens, and hats, as frostbite risks are real, especially with wind chills dipping below -30°C. Keep traction-friendly boots handy for snowy and icy conditions.
Historic Weather for January 15
Kenora’s warmest recorded January 15 was a surprising 4.7°C in 1987. On the flip side, the coldest was a teeth-chattering -37.8°C in 1965. Today’s -15°C falls right in the middle of Kenora’s weather personality: wintry, but manageable.
Did You Know?
The winds in Kenora can pick up speed thanks to the wide-open spaces surrounding Lake of the Woods. This vast body of water influences local weather year-round, generating stronger winds in winter and lake-effect snow, as we’re seeing today. Keep an eye on those gusts—Lake of the Woods never stops being dramatic!
