Weather Forecast – Classic Cottage Season Vibes with Sunshine, Warmth, and the Odd Sprinkle
A Comfortable Morning Under Mostly Cloudy Skies
Kenora, ON – Wednesday, May 28, 2025: The day is starting off mild and pleasant in Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region, with temperatures sitting at 13.1°C as of 4:00 AM, recorded at the Kenora Airport. Skies are mostly cloudy, though the rising sun is expected to break through as the morning unfolds. Humidity is a comfortable 76%, with a dew point of 8.9°C, and the air feels fresh but warming quickly. Winds are light from the south-southwest at 8 km/h, and visibility is excellent at 24 km. The barometric pressure is at 102.3 kPa and falling, which signals some instability and the chance of a brief shower later on.
Mix of Sun and Cloud with a Sprinkle Possibility
Today’s forecast brings a mix of sun and cloud, with a 30% chance of showers this afternoon — not a washout by any means, but just enough to make you think twice before hanging laundry on the line. The high will reach 24°C, and the UV index sits at 6, considered high, so lather on the sunscreen if you’re venturing out on the lake or spending the day in the yard.
Expect some hazy skies as well, possibly from wildfire smoke drifting in from the west — nothing too intense, but something to keep in mind for those with respiratory sensitivities.
Mild and Mostly Clear Tonight
Tonight, there remains a 30% chance of showers in the early evening, but skies will clear up overnight, with temperatures dipping to a warm low of 14°C. A pleasant night ahead for those who enjoy sleeping with the windows open or catching a sunset from the dock.
Sunshine Takes Over for the Rest of the Week
The rest of the week is shaping up to be a dream for outdoor lovers. Thursday will be sunny and warmer, with a high of 26°C and a UV index of 8 — very high, so take precautions if you’re soaking up the sun. Thursday night stays clear with a low of 15°C.
Friday continues the sunny streak with a high of 27°C, and Saturday follows close behind with sunny skies and a high of 25°C. Nights will be mild, staying in the 13–15°C range — ideal for lake life, camping, or backyard lounging.
What to Wear?
Morning calls for a light layer or hoodie, but you’ll be peeling that off quickly. The afternoon will feel warm and summery — perfect for shorts, tees, and sandals. If you’re outside for long stretches, don’t forget your sunhat and sunscreen, especially with that UV index creeping toward “lobster danger.”
Historic Temperatures for May 28
Kenora’s record books show a record high of 29.7°C and a record low of 2.1°C on this date. With today’s forecast calling for a high of 24°C, we’re comfortably nestled in the upper end of spring warmth, without quite tipping into full-on heatwave territory.
Lake of the Woods Weather Trivia
Did you know that Lake of the Woods has more shoreline than Lake Superior, despite being a fraction of its size? That’s over 65,000 miles of beach, bay, and blissful isolation — making it a hotspot for summer fun, and a weather wild card thanks to all that water.
