A Brisk Start, but Sunshine and Warmer Temps Ahead

Kenora and Lake of the Woods start the day cold at -10°C, but sunshine and a high of +1°C arrive this afternoon. Monday hits 6°C before snow chances return midweek

Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are starting the day under mostly cloudy skies with a temperature of -10.2°C. The humidity sits at 77%, and a south wind at 15 km/h is making it feel colder, with a wind chill of -17°C. Visibility remains excellent at 32 km, but the barometric pressure is at 101.7 kPa and falling, indicating a change in the weather pattern is on the way.

Sunday: Sun Takes Over After a Chilly Morning

The day kicks off with a mix of sun and clouds, along with a 30% chance of flurries this morning. However, by the afternoon, the sun will take center stage, bringing a high of +1°C. Winds will increase slightly, shifting to south at 20 km/h, helping to bring in warmer air. Despite the afternoon improvement, the morning wind chill of -18°C will still be quite biting, so an extra layer is necessary. The UV index is 2 (low), but with fresh snow on the ground, sunglasses won’t hurt.

Tonight, clear skies will dominate, with light winds of up to 15 km/h. Temperatures will drop to -9°C, with a wind chill of -5°C this evening and -13°C overnight.

Monday: A Beautiful Break from Winter

Monday looks to be the nicest day of the week, with mainly sunny skies and a high of 6°C. Winds will remain light at 15 km/h, but the morning will still have a wind chill of -14°C before the warmth kicks in. The UV index is 3 (moderate), so a bit of sun protection is recommended for those enjoying the outdoors.

Monday night brings cloudy skies, with temperatures dropping to -3°C.

Tuesday & Beyond: Winter Makes a Comeback

Tuesday will see cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries, and temperatures will cool down slightly, with a high of -1°C. The night will bring a continued 40% chance of snow, with a low of -10°C.

Wednesday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, with another 40% chance of flurries and a high of -3°C. Wednesday night will cool down to -11°C, with cloudy periods and a 30% chance of flurries.

Highway 17: Smooth Driving, but Watch for Midweek Snow

For those traveling along Highway 17, today and Monday should bring clear and dry road conditions, but be mindful of icy patches in the mornings due to freezing overnight temperatures. By Tuesday and Wednesday, flurries could make driving tricky, so keep an eye on forecasts for changing conditions.

Wardrobe Advice: From Winter Coats to Light Layers

For today, a warm coat, gloves, and a hat are still necessary in the morning when the wind chill is at its worst. By Monday afternoon, a lighter jacket may be all you need as temperatures climb to 6°C. However, by midweek, winter gear will once again be essential as snow chances increase and temperatures drop again.

Kenora Weather Trivia: March’s Wild Temperature Swings

Kenora’s coldest March 2nd on record was a brutal -37.2°C in 1972, while the warmest soared to 9.4°C in 1983. While this year isn’t setting records, the shift from frigid mornings to mild afternoons is a reminder that March can never quite make up its mind!