Today’s Forecast: Drizzly and Overcast
Kenora and surrounding regions, including Grassy Narrows, Whitedog, Clearwater Bay, and Lake of the Woods, are starting the day under damp and drizzly skies. Temperatures are at 1.3°C with 100% humidity, and the dew point matches the air temperature, indicating saturated conditions.
Winds are light, blowing from the south-southwest at 11 km/h. Visibility is decent at 16 km despite the light drizzle. The pressure sits at 100.6 kPa and is rising, suggesting steadier weather is on the way.
Periods of drizzle are expected to end later this morning, transitioning to cloudy skies with a lingering 40% chance of drizzle throughout the day.
Fog patches will persist, adding a hazy backdrop to the otherwise gray conditions. Temperatures will hold steady near 2°C.
Tonight: Cloudy with Foggy Nights
The evening will remain cloudy with fog patches continuing into the night. Winds will stay light, reaching up to 15 km/h, and temperatures will dip to -3°C. Overnight, wind chills will make it feel closer to -6°C.
Sunday, December 29: Overcast and Cool
Sunday promises more overcast skies, with fog patches clearing around midday. Winds will remain calm, and temperatures will hover around -3°C, with a wind chill of -6°C adding a slight bite to the air.
Monday, December 30: A Brighter Outlook
Monday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, offering a welcome break from the persistent gray skies. Temperatures will reach a high of -5°C before dropping to a frosty -10°C overnight, with a slight chance of flurries.
Tuesday, December 31: A Wintry New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve looks chilly and cloudy, with a 30% chance of flurries and highs of -8°C. By night, the temperature will drop further to -12°C, accompanied by a 40% chance of snow.
Wednesday, January 1: A Frosty Start to 2025
New Year’s Day will bring a mix of sun and clouds, with a 40% chance of flurries. Highs will reach -11°C, while overnight lows will plunge to a frigid -17°C, making it the coldest night of the week.
Historical Weather Trivia
On December 28, Kenora’s warmest recorded temperature was 4.7°C in 1982, while the coldest was a bone-chilling -37.2°C in 1974. Today’s 2°C feels almost tropical by comparison!
Wardrobe Wisdom
Waterproof layers are a must for today’s drizzle, and reflective gear will enhance visibility in the fog. As temperatures drop, switch to insulated jackets, gloves, and sturdy boots to stay warm and comfortable.
