KENORA – Weather – Get set for a chaotic start to the weekend. With rain, heat and thunderstorms possible, it is a really wild weather forecast.
Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are grappling with a dual weather threat today—a Heat Warning and a Special Weather Statement for thunderstorms. With humidex values approaching 40°C and localized rainfall exceeding 40 mm, today into Saturday poses both health and flooding risks. Residents should remain alert and prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
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Temperature: 20.1 °C
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Humidity: 98% (Humidex: 28)
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Wind: SE at 15 km/h
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Visibility: 10 km under light rainshowers
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Barometric Pressure: 100.6 kPa and falling
Forecast for Today
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Conditions: Periods of showers with a risk of thunderstorms this afternoon
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Rainfall: 10–15 mm locally, with heavier amounts in thunderstorms
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Temperature: High of 30 °C
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Humidex: Up to 39, indicating oppressive humidity
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UV Index: 8 – Very High
Tomorrow’s Forecast
Expected Conditions
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Saturday, July 5: Clearer skies return with sunshine and northwest winds up to 40 km/h.
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High: 25 °C | Low: 14 °C
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Humidity drops, making for a more comfortable day.
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Sunday, July 6: Partly sunny and mild
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High: 23 °C | Low: 14 °C
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Monday, July 7: Slightly warmer again, clouding up with chance of showers returning midweek.
Wardrobe Recommendations
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Today: Wear light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat. Bring a light rain jacket and an umbrella in case of sudden thunderstorms.
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Saturday-Sunday: A light windbreaker for breezy conditions in the morning, with shorts and t-shirts suitable by afternoon.
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Footwear: Waterproof shoes recommended due to puddling and slick surfaces from rain.
Health & Safety Advisory
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Extreme Heat: Stay hydrated, limit outdoor exposure during peak heat, and check on vulnerable individuals.
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Thunderstorm Risk: Avoid open water, tall trees, and metal objects during storm activity. Have an emergency plan in place.
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Flood Watch: Monitor basements and low-lying areas—heavy rainfall could cause localized flooding.
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Pets and Vehicles: Never leave children or animals in parked cars, even for a minute.
For flood-related concerns, visit Ontario.ca/floods.
Weather Trivia
Did you know? Kenora once received over 70 mm of rain in less than 12 hours during a thunderstorm cluster in July 1996. Flash flooding washed out roads and caused power outages across the region—highlighting the danger of slow-moving storm systems.
