Today’s Forecast in Kenora
Rise and shine, Kenora! As of 6:00 AM CDT, it’s a brisk -5.5°C at the Kenora Airport, but with the northern wind whisking by at 17 km/h, it feels closer to a teeth-chattering -12°C. The skies are partly cloudy, offering glimpses of the sunrise, and visibility stretches a stunning 32 kilometres across the horizon. Our atmospheric pressure sits at a steady 101.7 kPa and is on the rise — a good omen for today’s weather stability. Humidity hovers at a relatively comfy 69%, not too damp, not too dry — just right for springtime.
Today promises to warm up nicely, with a high reaching a respectable 8°C. The north wind will calm down later this morning, giving you a gentler breeze to enjoy by noon. If you’re stepping outside early, bundle up — that wind chill is no joke — but by midday, a light jacket should do the trick. And with a UV index at 5 (moderate), don’t forget those sunglasses and a touch of sunscreen if you’re venturing outdoors!
Tonight and Tomorrow: A Swing into Showers
Tonight, Kenora’s skies will start clear but will invite some clouds to the party by morning. Winds will do a little midnight hustle, shifting south at 20 km/h and gusting up to 40 km/h. Temperatures will rise slightly, dipping only to a low of +3°C.
Wednesday, April 30th, clouds dominate the stage with a 60% chance of showers to keep things interesting. Winds will stay gusty from the south before easing in the afternoon, allowing temperatures to climb to a pleasant high of 12°C. The UV index will dip slightly to 4, still moderate — so keep that hat handy! Wednesday night stays mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of continued showers and a mild low of 6°C.
Looking Ahead: May Begins with a Splash
Thursday, May 1st, offers a mix of sun and cloud with a lingering 40% chance of showers and a daytime high of 13°C. Not to be outdone, Friday keeps the mixed theme alive with a 30% chance of showers and a similar high of 12°C. By Friday night, however, the skies clear out, leaving us with a serene low of +4°C to usher in the weekend.
Historic Highs and Lows for April 29
Fun fact for today: Kenora’s historical high for April 29th is a lovely 26.0°C, set back in 1952 — a toasty dream compared to today’s frosty dawn! Meanwhile, the chilliest April 29th on record dropped to a nippy -8.9°C in 2008, so we’re somewhere right in the middle today.
What to Wear?
This morning, think layers: a cozy coat, gloves, and a toque are your best friends. By afternoon, you can ditch the heavy gear for a lighter jacket and maybe even enjoy a few rays of sunshine! Umbrellas and rain jackets will be your best bet for Wednesday’s showers.
Kenora Weather Trivia
Did you know? Kenora is famous for having one of the sunniest springs in Ontario! Despite today’s cold start, the region boasts an impressive average of over 300 hours of sunshine each spring season.
