From Clear Skies to Cloudy Crashes: A Wet Turn for Lake of the Woods
June 18, 2025 – Morning Calm, Afternoon Clash in Kenora’s Forecast
KENORA – It’s a picture-perfect start to the day in the Kenora and Lake of the Woods region, with the skies clear and the air crisp at 15°C. But don’t be fooled by the serenity—Mother Nature has a few surprises up her sleeve for later today. With the chance of afternoon showers at 60% and a risk of thunderstorms, the day will likely shift gears by mid-afternoon.
At 5:00 AM CDT, the latest conditions from Kenora Airport show clear skies, a temperature of 14.9°C, and a dew point of 11.0°C, resulting in a relative humidity of 78%—that classic pre-storm humidity. Winds are light from the west at 6 km/h, and visibility is excellent at 32 km, although those conditions won’t last into the evening. The barometric pressure is 100.9 kPa and falling, a sure signal of changing weather ahead.
Today: Sunny Start, Stormy Finish
We begin the day under sunny skies, but clouds will steadily build with a 60% chance of showers by this afternoon and a risk of thunderstorms. If you’ve got errands, fishing trips, or dock time planned, get them done before lunch. The high temperature will reach 26°C, and the Humidex will push that to 27°C—a little sticky, but manageable. The UV index sits at 7, which is high, so even if you’re cloud-covered later, the rays will still pack a punch this morning.
Tonight: Storms Roll Through with Showers Expected
By evening, showers are expected, with 10 to 15 mm of rainfall on the way and a risk of thunder still lingering. Temperatures will ease down to a low of 13°C, so it’ll stay mild overnight but a little damp.
The Outlook: Cooler Thursday, Cloudy Friday, Sunny Saturday?
Thursday, June 19 will start off cloudy with a 40% chance of morning showers, then gradually clear late in the day. Winds will swing north at 20 km/h by late morning, keeping it cooler with a high of 21°C. The UV index dips to 3, making it a moderate sun exposure day.
Friday, June 20 is shaping up to be cloudy with a 40% chance of showers once again and a high of 25°C—so keep your umbrella close. Into the weekend, Saturday finally brings a brighter note with a mix of sun and cloud and a more summery high of 27°C.
Wardrobe Tip
Start with light layers and sunglasses, but by mid-afternoon you’ll want to swap those sandals for waterproof shoes and pack a rain jacket or compact umbrella just in case those thunderstorms make their entrance loud and proud. Don’t forget sunscreen for the morning—those rays still mean business.
Kenora Weather Trivia
Did you know? Kenora sits right on the border of three weather systems—the Prairies to the west, Northern Ontario to the north, and Southern Ontario’s humid air masses to the southeast. This convergence makes it a hotbed for quick-shifting weather, especially in summer when thunderstorm cells like to make surprise appearances. It’s no wonder locals keep their eyes on the sky and the weather radio close!
