Sunday Starts Bright but Haze and Humidity Sneak In — Monday Brings the Drama
Sunday, June 15 – Sunny Start with a Smoky Whisper
Good morning, Kenora and Lake of the Woods! As of 6:00 AM CDT, the skies are mainly sunny, and the temperature sits at a pleasant 13.6°C. The humidity is 67%, and the dew point is 7.5°C, hinting at a comfortable but warming day ahead. Winds are a gentle south-southeast breeze at 7 km/h, and barometric pressure is rising at 102.1 kPa, signaling stable conditions — for now.
This morning may start off a bit hazy, so if your views of the lake seem a touch smoky, you’re not imagining it. Winds will pick up from the south at 20 km/h late this morning, giving the air a bit of a push. The afternoon will bring a mix of sun and cloud, with temperatures reaching a high of 23°C, but a humidex of 26 means it’ll feel warmer — like a sneak preview of midsummer. Slather on the sunscreen — the UV index is a sizzling 9, which is classified as very high.
Tonight – Mild and Muggy with a Chance of Showers
The night will be partly cloudy, with a 30% chance of showers sneaking in overnight. The low holds steady at 15°C, making it a warm night — maybe even one for sleeping with the windows cracked, if you’re into that “campfire breeze” feeling.
Monday, June 16 – Humid, Stormy, and Unpredictable
Monday’s forecast brings a weather roller coaster. Expect a mix of sun and cloud, but don’t be fooled — a 30% chance of early morning showers ramps up to a 60% chance of rain and possible thunderstorms late in the day.
Temperatures will peak at 25°C, but the humidex climbs to 28, making it feel sultry and tropical. Winds will shift from the south to the northwest at 20 km/h late in the afternoon — a sign of changing weather and possibly a storm system pushing through.
Keep an eye on the sky, as that storm risk could bring some rumbles and brief but intense downpours.
Monday Night – Clouds Linger with More Showers Possible
The sky remains cloudy overnight with a 40% chance of lingering showers. The low remains comfortably warm at 15°C, but don’t be surprised if thunder makes a nighttime cameo.
Tuesday, June 17 – Calmer Skies Return
By Tuesday, things mellow out again. Expect a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 24°C, with more seasonable conditions and less drama in the skies. Tuesday night should bring cloudy periods and another low of 15°C — summer is settling in, slowly but surely.
What to Wear
Today: Start light and stay light — a breathable T-shirt and a hat are perfect. That haze might make the sun feel sneakier than it looks, so keep the SPF handy.
Monday: Dress for humidity and carry a compact umbrella or rain jacket just in case that afternoon thunderstorm rolls in. Footwear with a bit of grip won’t hurt either.
Weather Trivia – Did You Know?
The Kenora area, with its expansive forests and rich waterways, often sees the most dramatic day-to-day swings in summer humidity across Northwestern Ontario. It’s not uncommon for a humidex of 28°C to follow a clear, cool sunrise like today’s 13.6°C — proof that the lake effect is alive and well!
