Long Weekend Brings Chilly Mornings, Flurries, and a Return to Sunshine
Kenora, ON – Just days after residents were sweating under heat warnings, the region has been given the cold shoulder—literally. A Frost Advisory is in effect this morning and again overnight into Monday as the thermometer flirts with the freezing mark. And yes, that was light snow swirling through Kenora early this Victoria Day Sunday.
Sunday: Snow, Frost, and a Glimpse of Sunshine
At 5:00 AM CDT, it’s a frosty 0.2°C at Kenora Airport under light snow showers. With a dew point of -1.9°C and humidity at 86%, frost is already forming in low-lying areas. Winds from the northeast are blowing at 13 km/h, with visibility a solid 32 km. The pressure is rising at 102.2 kPa, signalling a clearer stretch ahead.
Frost advisories have been issued across the Kenora – Grassy Narrows – Whitedog region. Gardeners and growers are urged to cover sensitive plants, especially in frost-prone locations. It’s the kind of morning where tender tulips and freshly potted tomatoes will be shivering.
The forecast for today includes a 40 percent chance of flurries early this morning, but skies are expected to clear by noon. Winds will continue from the northeast at 20 km/h, and despite the rocky start, the high will reach a more springlike 11°C. The UV index will climb to 6 — a reminder that even chilly days can bring skin-burning rays.
Tonight: Clear Skies but More Frost
Tonight, skies will remain clear, but the temperature will again drop to the freezing mark. Winds will become light after sunset. Another round of frost is likely, so those in the Lake of the Woods region should keep the covers on their crops overnight.
Victoria Day Monday: Sun Returns, Spring Resumes
Victoria Day brings a welcome weather rebound. Monday will be sunny, with a high of 14°C and easterly winds at 20 km/h. The UV index rises to 7, classified as high. Monday night stays clear with a low of 4°C – frost-free, thankfully.
Warming Trend Through the Week
Tuesday will be another sunny day with a high of 18°C, and Wednesday brings even warmer weather with a bright 20°C and clear skies both days and nights. After a frosty hiccup, the region is back on track for late-spring perfection.
Wardrobe & Gardening Tips
Mornings still call for layers, gloves, and some sympathy for your backyard plants. Keep those garden covers handy through tonight. By Monday afternoon, lighter jackets, sunglasses, and sunscreen will become the attire of choice.
Weather Trivia: Did You Know?
Kenora has experienced frost in every single month of the year – even in July! The record low for May 18 is a brisk -4.2°C, recorded in 1957. So while this weekend’s chill is unusual, it’s not unprecedented in these parts.