KENORA – May 2, 2025 – If you blinked, you might have missed winter’s last whisper. Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are starting the day on a crisp note, but don’t worry—warmer weather is already lining up to take the spotlight. At 5:00 AM, it’s a brisk 0.1°C at Kenora Airport with mainly clear skies and excellent visibility stretching 32 km. The dew point sits at -1.4°C, and humidity is at 90%, making for a crisp, calm morning. Winds are currently from the north at 9 km/h, but they’ll pick up from the northwest by late morning at around 20 km/h. Barometric pressure is at a stable 101.7 kPa and rising—good news for those tired of grey skies.
Today brings a mix of sun and cloud, but no sign of precipitation. The temperature will climb steadily to a pleasant 14°C, and with a UV index of 5, it’s a moderate sun exposure day. Think light jacket weather by midday—layers that can easily be peeled off if the sun wins out.
While it feels chilly this morning, it’s not out of the ordinary for Kenora in early May. Historically, May 2 has reached a high of 26.6°C (set in 2001) and dipped to a frigid -9.5°C in 1992. So, while we’re starting cool, we’re far from the coldest this day has seen—and we’re about to get significantly warmer.
Tonight brings just a few clouds and a shift in wind direction to the southwest at 20 km/h. The low will be a milder 4°C—definitely trending in the right direction for a comfortable night under the stars.
Saturday starts with a mix of sun and cloud before clearing in the afternoon. Southwest winds of 20 km/h in the early morning will calm down, making way for a stunning high of 21°C. The UV index climbs to 6, so you’ll want the sunscreen if you’re planning anything outdoorsy. Saturday night remains clear and warm, with an overnight low of 10°C.
Sunday raises the stakes with full sunshine and a summerlike high of 24°C. It’s shaping up to be a perfect day for hitting the lake or firing up the barbecue. The night continues the clear streak with a low of 10°C.
Monday keeps the warm and sunny streak alive with another high of 25°C—more late-June than early May. Clouds return briefly overnight, but temperatures stay mild with a low of 7°C.
For today, bundle up this morning with a jacket and maybe a toque, but be ready to shed layers by the afternoon. Sunglasses are a good idea, and if you’re outside longer, a touch of sunscreen won’t go to waste.
Fun fact for the Lake of the Woods weather watchers: Kenora’s location near one of Canada’s largest freshwater lakes plays a huge role in moderating the region’s weather. Spring warmth tends to ramp up quickly here once skies clear, especially when the wind swings in from the southwest—bringing all that prairie heat right into lake country.
