Warm Days Ahead as Fort Hope Basks in Classic Northern Ontario Summer

Bright Start with Comfortable Cool

Good morning, Fort Hope! The day is off to a crisp and sunny beginning, with a current temperature of 9.9°C as observed at Lansdowne House Airport at 7:00 AM. The skies are clear, the sun is shining, and the humidity is a comfortable 89% — making the morning air feel fresh and clean. Winds are light out of the east at 5 km/h, and visibility is sitting at a solid 16 km.

Barometric pressure is 102.3 kPa and steady, indicating stable conditions for the day ahead. If you’re starting your morning by the water or on the land, you’ll need a light jacket now, but it won’t stay cool for long.

Expect sunny skies all day with a high of 24°C. The UV index is 8, rated very high, so even with a gentle breeze, don’t skip the sunscreen — the sun is strong this time of year in the north.

Tonight and Friday: Warming Up Further

Tonight will be calm and quiet with just a few clouds and a cool low of 10°C — ideal for sleeping with the windows open and no mosquitoes sneaking in (we hope).

Friday starts sunny and transitions into a mix of sun and cloud by afternoon, with a warmer high of 27°C, and a humidex of 29 that will give the air a bit of a stickier summer feel. The UV index stays high at 8, so sun protection remains a must. Friday night stays clear, with a mild low of 11°C.

Saturday and Sunday: More Heat with a Chance of Rain

Saturday keeps the warmth going with sunshine throughout the day and a high of 27°C. But take note — cloudy periods with a 60% chance of showers are expected Saturday night, as weather conditions shift into a more unsettled pattern. The overnight low will be a warm 15°C.

Sunday brings a mix of sun and cloud with a 40% chance of showers, and a slightly cooler high of 25°C. The night will stay cloudy with a continued 40% chance of showers, and a low of 14°C.

What to Wear: From Cool Mornings to Summer Essentials

Start the day with a sweater or light jacket, but by mid-morning it’s back to t-shirts and sunglasses. With UV levels soaring, sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses should be your go-to gear. As we approach the weekend, keep a rain jacket or umbrella on standby for Saturday night and Sunday, just in case those scattered showers roll in.

Historic Snapshot & Local Insight

On June 26, Fort Hope has seen both chilly lows and warm highs. The record high for this day sits around 30.2°C, while the record low has dipped near 4.0°C. Today’s forecast of 24°C is right in the comfortable sweet spot — perfect for enjoying the outdoors without overdoing it.

Did you know? Fort Hope (Eabametoong First Nation) is nestled deep in the boreal forest, where summer weather is shaped by both its remote inland location and nearby lakes. This makes for big daytime warm-ups, cool nights, and the kind of clear northern skies that are perfect for both sunrises and sunsets.