A Calm Morning, A Sunny Day, and a Touch of Humidex Warmth
This Tuesday morning in Fort Frances, as well as across Couchiching, Mitaanjigamiing, Naicatchewenin, and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations, the day begins on a tranquil and slightly damp note. The temperature sits at 10.2°C, with high humidity at 95% — perfect for the local frogs but a bit muggy for your morning coffee on the porch. Visibility is calm and clear despite the “not observed” sky condition, and the barometric pressure reads a steady 102.4 kPa and rising, suggesting stable and sunny conditions are in store.
Winds are barely noticeable from the north-northwest at just 5 km/h, making this morning a still and peaceful one. As the sun rises higher, expect clear skies to dominate the day with a forecasted high of 23°C. The humidex will push the feel-like temperature to 25°C, and with a UV index at a fiery 9 — classified as very high — don’t forget your sunscreen or that wide-brimmed summer hat you only wear when it’s absolutely necessary (hint: today is that day).
Tonight and the Midweek Outlook: Gentle Transitions
Tonight will be clear and calm, with the temperature dipping to a mild 12°C — ideal for open windows and some well-earned rest under the stars.
Wednesday keeps the sunny vibes rolling with mainly sunny conditions in the morning before clouds move in around midday. A light southerly breeze will develop at 20 km/h, nudging afternoon temperatures up to a warm 24°C, with a humidex of 27°C. The UV index will remain high at 8, so be sure to keep up those sun-smart habits. Wednesday night turns cloudy, with an overnight low of 14°C.
Thursday and Friday lean into the cloudier side of the spectrum, with mostly overcast skies and daytime highs holding steady in the low to mid 20s — 22°C on Thursday and 24°C by Friday. Nights will remain warm and comfortable with lows of 15°C and 16°C respectively.
What to Wear: Summer Casual with a Sun-Safe Twist
Today’s outfit calls for light, breathable layers and full sun protection. That means sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat that won’t fly off in the breeze (which, to be fair, will be minimal today). It’ll be warm enough for short sleeves but mild enough in the morning to justify a light sweater. Evening attire? Casual and comfortable — even mosquito-proof if you’re sitting lakeside.
Historical Heat & a Bit of Regional Trivia
Fort Frances has seen its fair share of summer extremes. The historical high for June 24th reached a sweltering 33.3°C, recorded back in 1996. Meanwhile, the record low for the date sat at a cool 5.6°C, back in 1962. Today’s forecast lands us happily in the middle — not record-breaking, but definitely enjoyable.
Did you know? Fort Frances is one of the sunniest spots in Northwestern Ontario, with its fair share of warm, lake-cooled summers. It also claims the title of oldest European settlement west of Lake Superior — so while the forecast isn’t historic, the place certainly is!
