Cloudy Skies and Light Snow Today
Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region wake up to cloudy skies and a chilly -3.3°C this morning, with a north wind at 14 km/h making it feel like -8°C. The humidity sits at 80%, and the barometric pressure is rising at 101.2 kPa, indicating some temporary stability before an active weather pattern takes over. Visibility remains excellent at 32 km, but light snow is on the way.
Expect periods of light snow to begin this morning, with east winds picking up to 20 km/h late this afternoon. Temperatures will rise to a high of 2°C, though the wind chill lingers at -10°C this morning, making it feel colder. The UV index is low at 1, so sunglasses won’t be needed, but winter layers are still a must.
Tonight stays cloudy with a 40% chance of light snow early in the evening. Winds remain east at 20 km/h, and temperatures will hover just above freezing at 1°C.
Friday: Warmer Temperatures Before a Major Weather Shift
Friday starts off mainly cloudy with a 40% chance of rain, as temperatures climb to a much milder 9°C. Winds from the east at 20 km/h will lighten by late morning, making it feel more comfortable despite the damp conditions. The UV index rises to 3 (moderate), meaning a little sun might break through at times.
By Friday night, rain or freezing rain is expected as temperatures drop to -2°C—making for slick and potentially hazardous roads.
Weekend Storm: Ice, Snow, and Strong Winds
Saturday is shaping up to be a wild weather day, with freezing rain or snow expected, along with blowing snow and strong winds. The high will struggle to reach -1°C, and travel could become dangerous as ice accumulates and visibility worsens.
Saturday night won’t bring much relief, with flurries, blowing snow, and strong winds continuing. Temperatures will plummet to -17°C, marking a dramatic shift back to winter conditions.
Sunday will be cold but calmer, with a mix of sun and cloud and a 30% chance of flurries. The daytime high will only reach -6°C, while Sunday night will be clear but bitterly cold, plunging to -15°C.
Monday brings a mix of sun and cloud with a 40% chance of flurries, with temperatures slightly recovering to -1°C. Monday night will be cloudy, with a low of -11°C.
What to Wear?
For today, a warm jacket, gloves, and a hat are essential, especially in the morning with the wind chill. If you’re out Friday, a rain jacket and waterproof boots will be your best bet as temperatures rise. By Saturday, full winter gear is back in play, including heavy coats, gloves, scarves, and warm boots—icy conditions and strong winds will make for a brutal day.
Kenora & Lake of the Woods Weather Trivia!
On March 13, 2012, Kenora enjoyed an unseasonably warm 16.5°C, a far cry from today’s chilly and snowy conditions. Meanwhile, back in 1965, the region faced a bone-chilling -33.9°C on this date. While this year isn’t breaking any records, the drastic temperature swings over the weekend prove that March weather in Northwestern Ontario is anything but predictable!
