Warm Weather, a Chance of Showers, and a Glorious Long-Weekend Preview
A Calm and Mild Morning Across the District
Fort Frances, Rainy River & Red Gut First Nation – Wednesday, May 28, 2025: The region is waking up under quiet skies and mild spring temperatures, with a current reading of 6.8°C at 4:00 AM in Fort Frances. There’s no official sky observation at the moment, but the humidity is sitting high at 90%, and the dew point is a close 5.3°C, which means early risers might spot a bit of mist over the water or dew on the grass. Winds are calm, and barometric pressure is at 102.5 kPa and rising, which points to stable conditions — at least for most of the day.
A Bit of Everything Today: Sunshine, Clouds, and a Slim Shower Risk
The forecast calls for a mix of sun and cloud, with a 30% chance of showers this afternoon — a quick sprinkle is possible, particularly near the lakes and forested areas, but the majority of the day will be dry and pleasant. Expect the temperature to climb to a comfortable high of 23°C, and with the UV index hitting 7, sun safety should be part of your outdoor checklist.
It’s a classic late-May day in Northwestern Ontario — the kind where you pack both sunglasses and a light raincoat, just in case.
Tonight: Shower Risk Fades to a Clear, Mild Night
As the sun sets, the chance of showers lingers briefly in the early evening, but skies will clear overnight, leaving behind a tranquil evening with a low of 11°C. Whether you’re planning a backyard fire or a night of camping, conditions will be just right.
Thursday to Saturday: Summer Shows Up Early
Starting Thursday, summer-like temperatures arrive in full force. Mainly sunny skies dominate with a high of 27°C, and a UV index of 8, which is very high, so hats and SPF are essential. Thursday night will be clear and mild with a low of 13°C.
Friday stays hot and bright with another high of 27°C, and Saturday carries on the trend with sunshine and a slightly cooler, but still warm high of 25°C. Nights throughout the stretch will be perfect for sleeping under the stars with lows hovering near 11°C.
What to Wear?
You’ll want a light jacket this morning, but that won’t last long. By mid-morning, it’s time for short sleeves, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Keep a raincoat or umbrella nearby if you’re out in the afternoon — just in case one of those brief showers decides to pay a visit.
Historic Temperatures for May 28
On this date, Fort Frances has seen a record high of 31.0°C and a record low of -1.2°C. With today’s expected high of 23°C, we’re trending toward the warm side of average — a great balance between early summer heat and late spring comfort.
Rainy River District Weather Trivia
Did you know Fort Frances is one of the sunniest places in Ontario outside of the southern belt? With over 2,200 hours of sunshine annually, it’s no wonder the area is so popular for fishing, boating, and all things outdoors. And with weather like this, it’s time to soak up every golden ray.
