FORT FRANCES – Weather – After a stretch of heat warnings and stormy weather, Fort Frances, Couchiching, Mitaanjigamiing, Naicatchewenin, and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations are finally getting a welcomed break.
With humidity dropping, skies clearing, and temperatures settling into the mid-20s, it’s a refreshing change that sets the stage for a pleasant weekend.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions – 7:00 AM CDT
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Temperature: 18.9°C
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Humidity: 98%
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Wind: West at 5 km/h
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Pressure: 101.1 kPa (rising)
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Sky: Not observed yet, but overcast with some breaks expected
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Conditions: Slight chance of early showers, then improving
Forecast Details
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Morning: Cloudy with a 40% chance of light showers, becoming a mix of sun and cloud near noon
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High: 25°C | Humidex: 29
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Winds: North 20 km/h by midday
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UV Index: 9 – Very High
Tomorrow’s Forecast
Sunday, July 6
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Sky: Mainly sunny with light breezes
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High: 24°C | Humidex: 26
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Wind: Northeast 20 km/h becoming calm
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UV Index: 8 – Very High
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Night: Cloudy with 30% chance of showers, low of 15°C
Monday, July 7
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Cloudy with a 30% chance of daytime showers, high around 23°C
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Evening: Continued clouds, with 40% chance of showers, low near 14°C
Wardrobe Recommendations
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Today: Start the morning with a light jacket or hoodie in case of early drizzle. Switch to light summer wear by noon.
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Sunday & Monday: Ideal for short sleeves, but bring a rain jacket if you’re out past sunset due to light rain chances.
Health & Safety Tips
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UV Protection: Despite cooler temps, the UV index is very high—use sunscreen, wear sunglasses, and seek shade between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
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Hydration: Continue drinking water, especially if outdoors in the sun
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Mosquito Alert: Post-storm conditions with high humidity may boost mosquito activity—consider repellent for evening hours
Weather Trivia
The Fort Frances region saw its wettest July on record in 2002, with over 180 mm of rain. Though we’re looking at only scattered showers over the next few days, the wet ground is a reminder of just how quickly rainfall can accumulate here.
