A Frosty Morning in Kenora, Snow Arriving by Noon
Kenora faces a frigid morning with snow arriving this afternoon. Winds pick up Thursday, making for bitter wind chills. Stay bundled up and watch for frostbite!
Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are waking up to a bitterly cold morning, with the temperature sitting at -21.4°C as of 6:00 AM at the Kenora Airport.
A light south wind at 7 km/h makes it feel even colder, with the wind chill chopping you to to a bone-chilling -27. Humidity levels are at 79%, and the barometric pressure is at 103.2 kPa, but it’s on a downward trend, signalling a change in the weather.
Visibility is excellent at 32 km, but don’t let that fool you—this morning’s extreme cold comes with a risk of frostbite, so layer up before heading out.
Today’s Forecast: Snow Arrives This Afternoon
Expect mainly cloudy skies today, with periods of light snow beginning near noon. Winds will remain light at up to 15 km/h, but it won’t take much to make the cold sting. The high for today will only reach -13°C, but with the wind chill, it’ll feel like -30°C this morning and -19°C in the afternoon.
The risk of frostbite remains high, so keep skin exposure to a minimum. The UV index will be a low 1, meaning there’s no need for sunscreen, but sunglasses might help with the glare off the snow.
Tonight: Snow Accumulates, Winds Shift
Snow will continue through the night, with totals of 5 to 10 cm expected. Winds will shift to the west, increasing to 20 km/h before morning. Temperatures will drop to a low of -15°C, and the wind chill will hover around -19°C in the evening before plunging to -24°C overnight. A perfect night to hunker down with a hot drink and avoid unnecessary travel.
Thursday: Gusty Winds and More Snow
Thursday will bring more periods of light snow, though with only about 2 cm expected. However, the wind will pick up, coming from the west at 30 km/h and gusting up to 50 km/h. This will keep things feeling exceptionally frigid, with a high of -15°C, but wind chills of -31°C in the morning and -26°C in the afternoon. Frostbite remains a significant risk, so limit time outdoors if possible.
Thursday Night: Flurries Possible, Staying Cold
Cloudy periods will persist into the night, with a 40% chance of flurries. The low will dip to -18°C, making it another frigid evening.
Friday and Beyond: A Slight Warm-Up (Sort Of)
Friday will bring a mix of sun and cloud, with temperatures “warming” slightly to -13°C. The night will be clear, but the lack of cloud cover will let the temperature drop dramatically to -22°C. It’s a classic February deep freeze, so prepare accordingly.
Wardrobe Recommendations
Dressing warmly is non-negotiable today. A heavy winter coat, thermal layers, insulated gloves, a thick hat, and a scarf are essential to combat the dangerous wind chills. If you’re heading out tonight, snow boots will come in handy as the snowfall starts accumulating. With gusty winds expected tomorrow, a windproof outer layer will be your best friend.
Kenora Weather Trivia
Did you know Kenora holds the record for the coldest temperature ever recorded in Ontario outside of the Far North? On January 10, 1916, Kenora hit a staggering -45.6°C. While today’s weather is definitely cold, history proves it could be much, much worse!