Monday, February 10, 2025 – Flurries, Frigid Winds, and Frostbite Risks
Kenora faces frigid temperatures today, with wind chills near -32°C, flurries, and frostbite risks. More Arctic air moves in this week—stay bundled up!
Good morning, Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region! If you were hoping for a break from the bitter cold, winter has other plans. As of 6:00 AM, the temperature is sitting at -20.8°C with light snow falling. A west wind at 8 km/h is making it feel even colder, with a wind chill of -27°C. Humidity is at 81%, and visibility remains 24 km, meaning the snowfall isn’t too heavy—just enough to remind us that winter isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. The barometric pressure is 103.1 kPa and rising, but don’t let that fool you—the cold is here to stay.
Flurries and Bone-Chilling Wind Chills Today
Expect a mainly cloudy day with a 40% chance of flurries. The wind will pick up from the west at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h this morning, making the already freezing air feel even worse. The high for the day is -18°C, but with the wind chill, it will feel closer to -32°C. That means frostbite can develop in just minutes, so dress warmly and cover all exposed skin!
The UV index is 1 (low), but with all the snow on the ground, a good pair of sunglasses might help with glare.
Tonight: More Clouds, More Cold
The mainly cloudy skies continue tonight, with a 30% chance of flurries. The wind will start at west 20 km/h but will become light early in the evening. However, the cold remains relentless—the low will drop to -24°C, with a wind chill of -27°C this evening and a bone-rattling -32°C overnight. Once again, frostbite is a serious concern, so limit outdoor exposure if possible.
Looking Ahead: Brutal Cold and Some Sunshine
Tuesday, February 11, will bring mainly sunny skies, but don’t let that fool you—it will be another bitterly cold day. Winds will pick up from the south at 20 km/h in the morning, making the already frigid high of -20°C feel much worse. Wind chills will drop to -34°C in the morning and -28°C in the afternoon. If you’re heading out, multiple layers are a must!
Tuesday night will see cloudy periods with a 30% chance of flurries, and temperatures will drop to -24°C.
By Wednesday, February 12, a mix of sun and cloud will return, along with a 30% chance of flurries. The high will be -16°C—which, compared to the last few days, almost feels like relief! The night will be clear with a low of -27°C.
Thursday, February 13, looks bright and sunny, but temperatures remain locked in winter’s grip, with a high of -18°C. Another cold night follows, with clear skies and a low of -26°C.
Friday, February 14, Valentine’s Day, will also be sunny and cold, with a high of -16°C and a low of -25°C at night. If you’re planning a romantic evening, maybe opt for a cozy night indoors rather than an outdoor stroll!
Historical Weather Trivia: How Cold Can Kenora Get?
Think today’s cold is bad? Kenora has seen much worse! The coldest February 10 on record was a brutal -43.3°C in 1914—now that’s next-level freezing! The warmest February 10, by contrast, was 3.9°C in 1991, a temperature that feels like a distant dream right now.
Wardrobe Recommendations
If you’re venturing outside today, full winter gear is non-negotiable. That means a heavy insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves, a hat, scarf, and warm boots. With wind chills as low as -32°C today and -34°C tomorrow, frostbite can develop in just minutes, so make sure to cover all exposed skin. If you’re spending extended time outdoors, consider using hand and foot warmers to keep the frost at bay.
Final Thought: Winter’s Not Letting Go Anytime Soon
Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are locked in an Arctic deep freeze, and there’s no sign of warmth on the horizon. With frigid temperatures, biting winds, and frostbite risks, it’s a stay-warm, stay-safe kind of week. If you must go outside, dress for the extreme cold—and if you don’t, maybe just stay indoors with a hot drink and wait for spring to start showing signs of life. (Any day now…right?!)
