Warm Sunshine and a Few Surprises for Fort Frances and Surrounding First Nations
Fort Frances, ON – Wednesday, July 2, 2025 – The summer rhythm is in full swing across Fort Frances, Couchiching, Mitaanjigamiing, Naicatchewenin, and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations. It’s a mild and calm morning, starting off at 13°C under rising pressure at 101.4 kPa. Humidity is high at 89%, and light west winds at 4 km/h give the early hours a gentle start.
Sun Dominates, But Keep an Eye on the Sky
A mix of sun and cloud is on tap for today, with a 30% chance of early morning showers and a slight risk of a rumbling thunderstorm. Northwest winds will kick in by the afternoon, reaching 20 km/h and helping to push today’s high to a summery 28°C, with a humidex making it feel more like 31. The UV index will be a strong 8—sunscreen and shade breaks are a must.
Tonight, skies clear out completely, offering up an ideal evening for backyard lounging or stargazing. Winds taper off and temperatures dip to a comfortable 11°C.
Thursday Heats Up, Then Showers Move In
Thursday brings pure summer sunshine. Expect a high of 29°C, with the humidex soaring to a sticky 34. Winds will start from the southeast at 20 km/h before calming down in the afternoon. However, Thursday night introduces increasing cloudiness and a 40% chance of showers, with an unseasonably warm low of 18°C.
Friday sticks with the partly sunny theme and another 40% chance of showers, reaching a high of 31°C before another mild, slightly damp night around 20°C. Saturday’s forecast leans cloudy, with a 30% chance of lingering showers and a high of 25°C.
Dress Smart & Stay Cool
Shorts and breathable layers are your go-to today. With a touch of humidity and UV index pushing into the very high range, water bottles and wide-brimmed hats are more than accessories—they’re survival gear.
Weather Trivia: Fort Frances is no stranger to summer extremes—its proximity to Rainy Lake and the U.S. border creates a unique microclimate that can bring sudden thunderstorms and dramatic temperature swings. A true weather wildcard!
