Snowy Skies & A Big Chill on the Way
Kenora faces flurries, freezing drizzle, and strong winds today before an extreme cold snap sets in overnight with wind chills near -32°C. Frostbite risk high!
KENORA – WEATHER – Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are waking up to light snow and chilly conditions, with a current temperature of -7.5°C. With humidity at 93%, the air is holding plenty of moisture, making it feel damp and raw. The barometric pressure is 100.8 kPa and falling, meaning more active weather is ahead.
Winds from the south-southwest at 19 km/h are making it feel closer to -15°C with the wind chill. Visibility remains decent at 32 km, but with snow in the air and a risk of freezing drizzle this morning, road conditions could turn slippery fast.
Today’s Forecast: Flurries & Falling Temperatures
The day ahead looks cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries, so don’t be surprised if you see snowflakes drifting down for most of the day. There’s also a risk of freezing drizzle this morning, making sidewalks and roads potentially icy—so watch your step!
Winds will shift to the west at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, which will bring in colder air. While the high will reach -4°C, temperatures will feel much colder. The wind chill will be -12°C this morning but will plummet to -20°C this afternoon.
If you were hoping for a warm and cozy Sunday—stay indoors if you can!
Tonight: Clearer Skies, But Watch for Frostbite!
As the snow tapers off, the skies will become partly cloudy overnight. However, the west wind at 30 km/h (gusting to 50 km/h) will stick around, making for a brutally cold night. Expect temperatures to drop to -22°C, with a wind chill of -20°C this evening and an extreme -32°C overnight. At this level of cold, frostbite can set in within minutes, so bundle up if you’re heading out.
Monday & Beyond: Arctic Air Tightens Its Grip
Monday brings a mix of sun and cloud, but don’t expect any warmth. The northwest wind at 20 km/h (gusting to 40 km/h) will make the morning feel like -33°C, while the afternoon “warms up” to a wind chill of -25°C. The daytime high will only reach -16°C, and frostbite will remain a serious risk.
Monday night stays frigid, with cloudy skies and a low of -25°C.
Tuesday will be cloudy with a high of -17°C, followed by another cold night at -23°C.
What to Wear: Extreme Cold Gear is a Must!
With temperatures dropping to dangerous levels, today and especially tonight demand serious winter gear. If you’re stepping outside, a thick winter coat, insulated boots, mittens (not gloves!), a scarf, and a warm hat are non-negotiable. If you’re outside for any length of time, watch for signs of frostbite, especially on exposed skin.
Historic Weather Trivia: February’s Frigid Reputation
Kenora has a long history of bone-chilling Februaries, with record lows plunging past -40°C on occasion. In fact, one of the coldest February days ever recorded here hit a mind-numbing -44.4°C back in 1917. While this week’s deep freeze is rough, just be glad we’re not hitting those historic lows!