Stormy Whispers and Summer Heat to Mark the Holiday Stretch

Saturday: Cloud Cover, Storm Chances, and a Sizzling Humidex

Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region is off to a balmy start this Saturday, June 28, with temperatures already at 17.4°C as of 6:00 AM, according to Kenora Airport. The air is humid at 88%, and the dew point of 15.3°C confirms the sticky conditions. Winds are from the south at 12 km/h, and pressure is 101.1 kPa and falling, a strong clue that stormy conditions are brewing.

Today’s forecast calls for mainly cloudy skies and a 40% chance of showers this afternoon, possibly with a thunderstorm in the mix. It’s a high-energy weather day with winds doing acrobatics — shifting from southwest at 20 km/h gusting to 40, to southeast at 40 gusting to 60 km/h by late afternoon. If you’re planning a boat ride or lakeside BBQ, be ready to batten down the hatches.

Temperatures will climb to 27°C, but with a humidex of 34, it’ll feel like you’re wearing a warm wet towel. The UV index hits 8, so sun protection is still key, even with those clouds around.

Saturday Night: Blustery and Foggy

As the sun sets, the 40% chance of showers continues, with another risk of thunderstorms this evening. Winds ease slightly — southeast 40 gusting to 60 km/h, becoming south 20 late this evening, and eventually light after midnight. Fog patches are expected to develop, creating eerie but peaceful scenes over the lake. Overnight low: 18°C.

Sunday: Sun, Storms, and Soggy Interludes

Sunday will offer a mix of sun and cloud, with a 30% chance of showers and a risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon. Fog patches from the night before should dissipate by mid-morning, and winds will swing around to the southwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40. The temperature will reach 28°C, with a humidex of 31 and a repeat of that UV index of 8 — high enough to sunburn between cloud breaks.

Sunday night remains cloudy with a 40% chance of showers, and a low of 15°C.

Monday and Canada Day Tuesday: Some Sun, Some Showers

Both Monday and Tuesday bring a mix of sun and cloud with 40% chances of showers. Highs will range from 24°C on Monday to 25°C on Canada Day. While not a complete washout, don’t bank on dry skies for the whole day. Still, there’s plenty of room for outdoor plans, just with umbrella-in-hand awareness. Both nights will remain mild, with lows near 14–15°C.

What to Pack for the Long Weekend: Everything!

Between heat, sun, wind, fog, and scattered showers, this weekend checks nearly every weather box. Wear light, breathable clothing, but bring a rain jacket, bug spray, and anything you can secure in gusty winds. Campers: make sure tents and tarps are anchored down. Boaters: watch the afternoon storm cells and changing wind directions closely.

Lake of the Woods Weather Trivia

Did you know? Lake of the Woods has over 14,500 islands, giving it more shoreline than Lake Superior. This makes for stunning weather diversity — from thick morning fog to sudden thunderstorms, each bay can experience its own mini-climate!