Kenora & Lake of the Woods Weekend Weather: Sun, Heat & the Humidex Creeps In

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Experimental Lakes Area near Kenora Ontario
Experimental Lakes Area near Kenora Ontario

A Gentle June Morning Leads into a Summer-Ready Weekend

Saturday: Clouds Playing Peek-a-Boo, but Summer Still Wins

Kenora – Weather – It’s a mild and mostly cloudy start to Saturday, June 14, across Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region. As of 5:00 AM CDT, the temperature is a pleasant 12.3°C at the Kenora Airport. The humidity sits at 65%, making the morning air feel refreshingly cool. Winds are a light 7 km/h from the south, and visibility is strong at 24 km. With pressure rising at 102.2 kPa, Mother Nature is clearly in a good mood heading into the weekend.

The forecast today calls for a mix of sun and cloud, with skies brightening as the day progresses. The mercury will climb to a comfortable high of 23°C, with the UV index at 8, classified as very high. Don’t let the scattered clouds lull you into skipping the SPF — it’s a sunburn kind of day if you’re not careful.

Tonight: Quiet, Clear, and Perfect for Stargazing

Tonight brings partly cloudy skies that will clear after midnight, setting the scene for a calm and cool night with a low of 12°C. Ideal conditions for evening strolls, dockside relaxation, or a quiet fire under the stars.

Sunday: Sunshine and a Hint of Humidex

Sunday serves up a mainly sunny day, with warmer air riding in on southerly winds picking up to 20 km/h by late morning. Temperatures will again hit 23°C, but this time with a humidex of 26, giving it that just-a-bit-stickier summer vibe. The UV index spikes to 9, so it’s a high-alert sunscreen day. With calm winds early and warmth building through the afternoon, it’s prime time for boating, barbecuing, or just enjoying the lake life.

Sunday night sees cloudy periods with a low of 16°C, remaining quite warm through the overnight hours.

Monday: Rain Chance Creeps In

Looking ahead to Monday, the skies turn cloudy, and there’s a 40% chance of showers, so it might be time to pull out the umbrella. The high remains consistent at 23°C, so it will still feel summery — just a bit more unsettled. Monday night keeps the chance of showers alive, with a mild low of 15°C.


What to Wear

Layers for the morning, but by mid-morning you’ll want something breathable and light. Sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen are your key accessories this weekend. Sunday’s added humidity might have you reaching for a tank top or a breeze-catching T-shirt — and remember to stay hydrated if you’re out enjoying the sun.

Historic Weather Trivia

On June 14, Kenora has flirted with heat and chill alike. The record high for this date is a steamy 32.0°C, set in 1987, while the record low was a cool 3.5°C in 1965. Today’s pleasant 23°C feels like the perfect compromise — warm, comfortable, and just enough heat to convince us that summer has officially unpacked its bags.

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