Clear Skies Now, But Flurries and Sunshine Taking Turns Midweek
A Frosty Morning with Sunshine and a Hint of Mischief from Mother Nature
Kenora, ON – Tuesday, April 8, 2025 – It’s a chilly morning in the Lake of the Woods region with a crisp -9.3°C being observed at Kenora Airport as of 5:00 AM CDT. The skies are clear, offering a lovely view of the morning sky for any early risers, though you’ll definitely want a warm coat – and maybe a thermos of something hot – before stepping out. The wind is currently a light breeze from the south at 4 km/h, making it feel more like -12°C with the wind chill. The barometric pressure is sitting at 102.3 kPa but is on a gentle decline, hinting at some changes on the way. Humidity sits at a dry 56%, which is fairly typical for a chilly spring morning.
Today’s forecast calls for sunny conditions turning into a mix of sun and cloud as the day progresses. Winds will pick up slightly, reaching up to 15 km/h, and the high will struggle its way to a modest +2°C. The UV index is moderate at 4 – a reminder that even in early April, the sun has some bite to it. Be sure to protect your skin if you’re out for a stroll along the lake. This morning’s wind chill may dip as low as -19, so layers are your best friend!
Tonight, expect mainly cloudy skies with winds holding steady up to 15 km/h. The low will dip to -3°C, with an overnight wind chill making it feel closer to -6°C – nothing too wild, but still chilly enough to warrant keeping the winter gear within reach.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, April 9th, cloud cover will dominate the skies with a 40% chance of flurries developing later in the morning and into the afternoon. Winds will shift southeast at 20 km/h, ushering in a high of just +1°C. The morning wind chill will sit around -7, so it’s another brisk start before things mellow slightly. Wednesday night remains cloudy with continued flurries or rain showers possible and a low of -3°C.
By Thursday, April 10th, we see the sun peeking back out between the clouds with a high of 7°C. It’ll be an improvement, but not quite time to trade in your boots for sandals just yet. The nighttime low stays just below freezing at -2°C.
Friday and Saturday bring even better news for spring lovers. Expect a mix of sun and cloud with highs climbing to 10°C on Friday and a lovely 15°C on Saturday – perfect for an early barbecue or fishing trip. Evening temperatures will hover above freezing, so the thaw continues!
What to Wear:
Dress in warm layers this morning, with a wind-resistant outer shell, gloves, and a hat. As temperatures inch upward through the week, lighter jackets will do, but you’ll want to keep a toque handy through Thursday evening. Sunglasses are a smart move today and tomorrow, with moderate UV levels under those clearer skies.
On This Day in Weather History:
Kenora’s historical high for April 8 is a balmy 18.3°C, while the record low plunges to a brisk -21.1°C. So, today’s chill may not be record-setting, but it certainly reminds us that spring in Northwestern Ontario doesn’t always come easy.
Weather Trivia Time!
Did you know? Lake of the Woods has over 14,500 islands – more than any other lake in Ontario. That creates countless microclimates, often causing wildly different weather just a few kilometres apart. So if you think the forecast “missed you,” maybe it just missed your island!
