Thunderstorm Risk Looms Large as Humidex Climbs into the 30s

Monday, June 16 – Muggy Morning, Stormy Afternoon?

Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region awoke to a mild and humid start today with the temperature sitting at 16°C at 5:00 AM, recorded at the Kenora Airport. The skies are partly cloudy, and the air is thick with 96% humidity—you could almost wring it out. The dew point is a sticky 15.0°C, signaling an increasingly tropical feel, while the barometric pressure at 101.3 kPa is on the decline, suggesting weather trouble may not be far off. Winds from the south-southwest at 10 km/h are drawing in the warm, moist air that’s setting the stage for potential thunderstorms. Visibility remains strong at 24 km, at least for now.

The forecast calls for cloudy skies and a 60% chance of showers this afternoon, accompanied by the risk of a thunderstorm. The high temperature is expected to reach 26°C, but it’ll feel more like 30°C with the humidex. The UV index remains high at 6, so if the sun does peek through, don’t forget to slap on the sunscreen.

Tonight – Showers Stick Around

The unsettled weather lingers into the night with mainly cloudy skies and a 60% chance of showers, again with a continued risk of thunderstorms this evening. Overnight temperatures will dip to a warm 15°C—not much relief if you’re hoping for a crisp evening breeze.

Tuesday, June 17 – Mixed Skies and Rumbles of Thunder

Tuesday’s forecast brings a mix of sun and cloud, but don’t let that fool you into leaving your rain gear behind. There’s a 40% chance of showers and a risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon, especially as winds shift to the northwest at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40. Expect another warm day with a high of 25°C and a humidex of 28. The air might feel heavy again, and the UV index remains high at 7, so sunburns can sneak in between the clouds.

Tuesday night clears up with a refreshing low of 15°C, offering a more comfortable night for open-window sleeping—finally.

Wednesday, June 18 – Slightly Calmer, But Not Dry Yet

Wednesday continues the back-and-forth pattern with a mix of sun and cloud and a 30% chance of showers during the day. The high will hover around 26°C, continuing the trend of warm, slightly unsettled conditions. Nighttime will bring cloudy periods with another 30% chance of showers, and a low of 13°C.

What to Wear

Keep that umbrella on standby and dress in breathable fabrics. Today’s heat and humidity call for short sleeves and lightweight clothing, but also prepare for sudden downpours with a light rain jacket or a quick-fold umbrella. If you’re out during sunny breaks, UV protection is a must.

Weather Trivia – Kenora’s Thunderstorm Track Record

Did you know Kenora lies in one of the most active thunderstorm corridors in Ontario? During peak summer, the region averages over 25 thunderstorm days—so if you feel like it storms a lot here, you’re not wrong!