Fort Frances Forecast: Rainy Mood Today, Sunshine on the Horizon
A Chilly Start with Clouds Rolling In
It’s a brisk morning in Fort Frances and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation, where the temperature at 5:00 AM CDT is sitting just above freezing at 0.3°C. While the skies haven’t been officially observed yet, we do know that change is on the way. Humidity is high at 88%, adding that slightly damp feel to the early air, and the wind from the east-southeast is moving gently at 9 km/h. With barometric pressure at 101.4 kPa and falling, the stage is set for incoming weather drama.
The early part of the day should remain calm and relatively dry with increasing cloudiness as we head into the afternoon. Then, grab your raincoat—because periods of rain are expected to begin later today. Winds will pick up from the southeast at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h by late morning. The temperature will rise to a comfortable 12°C this afternoon, and the UV index lands at a moderate 3—not a beach day, but don’t skimp on the sunglasses if you’re outside.
Tonight: A Wet Evening, Then a Bit of a Breather
Expect periods of rain to continue into the night, tapering off after midnight. The skies will remain mostly cloudy, with a 40 percent chance of lingering showers after the rain wraps up. Winds from the southeast will ease by evening, and temperatures will settle at a mild +3°C overnight. So while it won’t be the coziest evening, you can leave the parka in storage.
Wednesday and Beyond: A Little Rain, A Little Sun, A Lot of Layers
Wednesday keeps the clouds overhead, with a 30 percent chance of scattered showers. Winds will do a switcheroo, turning southwest and gusting up to 40 km/h by morning. Temperatures will reach a high of 10°C, while the UV index drops to a low 2. Showers may mix with the occasional flurry Wednesday night, as the low dips to +1°C—yes, more of that “wait, is it still winter?” confusion.
Thursday continues the pattern with a 30 percent chance of showers and a daytime high of 11°C, while nighttime remains cloudy with a low of +3°C. Friday brings clearing skies and a solid high of 13°C, setting the stage for a glorious spring weekend. Saturday promises full-on sunshine and a high of 17°C—finally, some consistency!
What to Wear: Rain-Ready with a Spring Vibe
Start your day with a warm, waterproof jacket—bonus points if it has a hood. The morning chill is real, and the gusty winds later will have you thankful for an extra layer. A pair of waterproof shoes or boots won’t go amiss, especially once the rain kicks in this afternoon. But don’t worry—sunglasses may still get their moment before the clouds take over.
Weather Trivia: From the Archives of Fort Frances
On April 22, Fort Frances has seen it all—from a record high of 25.6°C back in 1980 to a bone-chilling record low of -10.6°C in 1959. So, if today’s rain feels a bit dramatic, just remember: spring in Northwestern Ontario always has a flair for the theatrical.
