A Breezy Start to the Weekend in Kenora and the Lake of the Woods
Kenora, ON — Mother Nature is pulling out her spring mood swings for the weekend. From morning fog and mild temps to possible flurries by Monday, Kenora’s weather is taking us on a scenic seasonal rollercoaster. As of 5:00 AM CDT, the temperature is a relatively warm 6.8°C, with mostly cloudy skies observed at the Kenora Airport.
Today’s Forecast: Cloudy Start, Sunny Finish
This morning might flirt with a few sprinkles — there’s a 40% chance of showers early on — but skies will clear up nicely as the day unfolds. Winds from the south at 21 km/h are giving the town a brisk wake-up call, and they’re expected to gust up to 40 km/h before shifting to the west at 20 km/h this afternoon.
The temperature is headed for a delightful high of 15°C, perfect for those looking to sneak in a patio coffee or a shoreline stroll. The humidity is currently at 70%, with a dew point of 1.8°C, and the barometric pressure is at 101.0 kPa and falling, a nod to the changeable skies on the horizon. Visibility is excellent at 24 km, so scenic drives around Lake of the Woods are still on the table — just keep that windshield clean!
The UV index will climb to 5, which is considered moderate — a good excuse to dust off that sunscreen if you’re going to be outside for long.
Tonight and Sunday Forecast: From Clear Skies to Cloudy Questions
Tonight brings a few clouds and a return of fog patches overnight, especially in low-lying areas near the lake. Winds will ease to 15 km/h or less, and temperatures will drop to -1°C, with a wind chill of -3°C. If you’re camping or on the lake, it’ll be chilly under those stars!
On Sunday, April 13, skies become increasingly cloudy in the morning with a 30% chance of showers by late afternoon. Fog patches should dissipate by mid-morning, so the early risers might see that magical mist lifting over the water. Expect a high of 9°C with light winds and another UV index of 4, still in moderate territory.
But Sunday night — well, here comes the twist! There’s a 70% chance of rain or snow, and temperatures will slide to -2°C. So yes, we may see snowflakes over Lake of the Woods before the weekend is out.
Looking Ahead to Monday: Winter’s Encore
Monday, April 14, brings more cloudy skies and a 60% chance of snow, with a high of only +3°C. Monday night dips further to -9°C under partly cloudy skies. Spring in Northwestern Ontario: where your winter coat and umbrella go on the same hook.
Historic Weather for April 12 in Kenora
The warmest recorded April 12 in Kenora hit a toasty 23.9°C, while the coldest plunged to -17.5°C. So today’s pleasant mid-teens high is a decent compromise between “beach day” and “snow fort.”
What Should You Wear?
Today’s the kind of day for layers: a windbreaker or light jacket should be perfect, especially as gusts pick up. By evening, you’ll want to swap to something warmer. And keep a scarf handy — Sunday night’s chill could sneak up on you!
Lake of the Woods Weather Trivia
Did you know? Lake of the Woods has over 14,500 islands — which means it technically has more shoreline than Lake Superior! That’s a lot of weather to cover — and a lot of fog to hide in.
