A Beautiful Friday Before the Clouds Return for the Weekend
Bright Skies and Warm Breezes Over Rainy River Country
Good morning to Fort Frances, Couchiching, Mitaanjigamiing, Naicatchewenin, and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations! It’s a pleasant 15.2°C at the start of the day, with dew hanging in the air and a humidity of 88%, as reported at 6:00 AM. Winds are blowing gently from the east-northeast at 11 km/h, and while skies were not observed, the sun is set to make a grand appearance.
The barometric pressure is at 101.4 kPa and falling, hinting that today’s serene weather may be the calm before a stormier pattern. For now, though, mainly sunny skies are in store with a high of 25°C, feeling more like 28 thanks to a modest humidex. With a UV index of 8, it’s another day of peak sun power — don’t skimp on sunscreen, even if a few clouds drift in.
Tonight: Clear, Then Cloudy with Winds on the Move
This evening will be clear and tranquil, making it a great night to spend outdoors. But don’t let that fool you — increasing cloudiness is expected before morning, and winds will shift dramatically, becoming southerly at 20 km/h and gusting to 40 km/h overnight. Temperatures will dip to a mild 12°C, so a light jacket may be helpful.
Saturday: Cloudy, Showery, and Possibly Stormy
Saturday brings a cloudy sky and a 40% chance of afternoon showers, possibly escalating to a thunderstorm. It will be a warm day, with a high of 25°C and a humidex of 30, making it feel more tropical than usual for Northwestern Ontario. The UV index dips slightly to 6, but sun protection remains important when outdoors.
Saturday night brings cloudy periods and a continued 30% chance of showers, with a warm overnight low of 18°C.
Sunday and Monday Outlook: Warm, Partly Sunny, and Still Unsettled
Sunday holds on to that summer heat, with a mix of sun and cloud and another 30% chance of showers. The daytime high reaches 28°C, which might make it the warmest day of the stretch. Expect another mild night with a 40% chance of showers and a low of 15°C.
Monday brings more of the same: a mix of sun and cloud, a 40% chance of showers, and a warm high of 26°C, with overnight conditions remaining unsettled.
What to Wear: From Sun to Storm, Pack for Variety
Today is your classic summer Friday — light clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen will get you through comfortably. Tonight into Saturday, however, you’ll want to keep a windbreaker or rain jacket nearby, especially if you’re outdoors when those gusty winds and potential storms arrive. Footwear tip: waterproof might not hurt tomorrow.
Local Weather Trivia
On this day in history, Fort Frances has recorded temperatures as high as 32.5°C — and as low as 4.5°C! With today’s high of 25°C, we’re landing right in that Goldilocks zone of summer comfort.
Did you know? The Rainy River District often sees localized thunderstorm development during late June and early July — thanks to warm, humid air masses that roll in from the south and mix with cooler lake breezes. That’s why a sunny morning can easily turn into a rainy afternoon… especially near the water.
