Cool Start, Damp Conditions, and Local Smoke Dominate the Day
FORT FRANCES – A damp and overcast Monday is underway across Fort Frances, Seine River, Mine Centre, and Red Gut First Nation, as scattered showers and local smoke keep skies grey and visibility slightly reduced. The week begins with mild temperatures and persistent cloud cover, giving way to hazy conditions tonight.
🌦️ Stay prepared with rain gear and a mask, and keep an eye on changing air quality levels as smoke continues to affect the region.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions (as of 6:00 AM CDT)
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Temperature: 5.9°C
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Humidity: 100%
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Dew Point: 5.8°C
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Wind: WNW 4 km/h (calm but expected to pick up)
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Pressure: 100.3 kPa (rising)
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Condition: Not observed (heavy cloud cover and smoke likely affecting station visibility)
Monday Forecast
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Sky: Cloudy throughout the day
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Showers: 70% chance with local smoke
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Wind: West 20 km/h developing this morning
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High: 18°C
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UV Index: 5 (moderate)
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Evening: 30% chance of showers, hazy
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Low: 10°C
Tomorrow’s Forecast
Tuesday, June 10
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Sky: A mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of showers in the afternoon
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Smoke: Hazy conditions continue
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Wind: Light, with no major gusts expected
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High: 24°C
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Humidex: 26
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UV Index: 8 (very high) – Sun protection recommended
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Night: Cloudy periods with 40% chance of showers, low 12°C
Wednesday, June 11
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Day: Sunny and clear
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High: 23°C
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Night: Partly cloudy
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Low: 10°C
Wardrobe Recommendations
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Today: Waterproof outerwear is recommended for passing showers. Due to the smoke, wear a respirator mask (e.g., N95) if you’re outdoors for long periods.
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Tuesday: Dress in layers with breathable clothing. Bring a hat and sunscreen, as the UV index will be high.
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Wednesday: Ideal for light, summery attire with sunglasses and sun protection.
Weather Trivia
Did you know? Fort Frances recorded one of its lowest ever June temperatures in 1964 at just 1.1°C — a reminder that even early summer can bring a surprising chill in Northwestern Ontario!
