Today’s Forecast for Fort Frances and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation
Good morning, Fort Frances and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation! As of 6:00 AM CDT, the thermometer reads a brisk -2.6°C, but don’t let that number fool you — with a northwest wind hustling along at 21 km/h (gusting up to 34 km/h), it feels much closer to a nippy -9°C.
The Barometric pressure sits at 101.5 kPa and is on the rise, setting the stage for a pleasant, stable day. Humidity is sitting at a comfy 75%, meaning the air feels fresh without being too dry.
Today’s high will climb to a refreshing 9°C. As the morning progresses, those stubborn northwest winds will ease off, allowing the sun to take centre stage. With a UV index of 6 (high), it’s a perfect excuse to slap on some sunscreen — your skin will thank you later.
Tonight and Tomorrow: Winds of Change
Tonight brings clear skies and calm conditions, with winds dropping to a gentle 15 km/h. The mercury will dip to -2°C, and the overnight windchill will sneak down to around -7°C — so if you’re stepping out after dark, a warm coat is still a must.
Wednesday, April 30th, will feel like a whole new season! Increasing cloudiness is expected by late morning, and a southwest wind will kick in at 30 km/h, gusting up to 50 km/h. Despite the bluster, temperatures will surge to a gorgeous 15°C — now that’s the kind of spring weather we’ve been waiting for! The UV index rises to 7 (high), so break out the shades and sunscreen again. Clouds will thicken through the evening, and there’s a 40% chance of showers as we head into the night, with temperatures holding at a mild low of 6°C.
Peeking Ahead: Keeping the Umbrella Handy
Thursday, May 1st, looks to stay on the cloudy side, with another 40% chance of showers and a high of 14°C. Thursday night brings cloudy periods and a low of +1°C. Friday, May 2nd, we return to a mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of showers and a high of 10°C — a bit cooler, but still a great excuse to get outdoors between raindrops. Friday night cools down to a chilly but manageable 0°C.
Historic Highs and Lows for April 29
In Fort Frances history, the warmest April 29th sizzled up to 26.7°C back in 1952 — a far cry from today’s frosty start! On the colder side, the record low plunged to a bone-chilling -10.0°C, recorded in 1973. Today, we’re happily somewhere in the middle!
What to Wear?
Today calls for strategic layering! A warm jacket and gloves will make this morning bearable, but by afternoon, you might get away with just a sweater or light jacket. Tomorrow’s gusty warmth suggests you’ll want breathable fabrics — and maybe a windbreaker to stay stylishly unruffled by those strong southwest gusts.
Fort Frances and Nigigoonsiminikaaning Weather Trivia
Did you know? Fort Frances holds the distinction of being one of the oldest settlements west of Lake Superior, founded way back in 1731! And despite its deep historical roots, Fort Frances springs forward each year with some of the loveliest (and often windiest) May weather in the region.
