Fort Frances – Weather – There are no heat warnings issued as of this morning, however don’t let that stop you from taking needed steps to ensure that you and your pets and for farmers your livestock is safe from today’s temperatures and humidity.

Today, Fort Frances, along with Couchiching, Mitaanjigamiing, Naicatchewenin, and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations, will experience oppressive humidity, intense heat, and scattered thunderstorms.

The morning starts muggy, with showers clearing out, followed by a dangerously high humidex near 38 this afternoon. The risk of thunderstorms returns tonight and continues into the weekend.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions (6:00 AM CDT – Fort Frances)

• Temperature: 15.7°C

• Dew Point: 14.7°C

• Humidity: 94%

• Wind: East-southeast at 14 km/h

• Pressure: 101.2 kPa and falling

• Condition: Not observed (likely cloudy/showers at observation time)

Early showers or thunderstorms will move out this morning, giving way to clearing skies. It will quickly heat up, with a high of 28°C and a humidex of 38 — near dangerous levels. The UV index is 8 (very high), so be sun-smart and stay hydrated.

Tonight’s Forecast

• 🌙 Clear early, becoming partly cloudy overnight

• 🌧️ 30% chance of showers this evening, rising to 70% after midnight

• ⛈️ Risk of thunderstorms overnight

• 🌡️ Low: 18°C

Friday, July 11 Forecast

• ☁️ Mainly cloudy with 70% chance of morning showers, dropping to 30% in the afternoon

• ⛈️ Risk of a morning thunderstorm

• 🌡️ High: 26°C | Humidex: 35

• 🌞 UV Index: 8 (Very High)

• 🌙 Night: Showers continue | Low: 15°C

Weekend Outlook

Saturday, July 12

• 🌤️ Mix of sun and cloud, 40% chance of showers

  • High: 24°C

• 🌙 Clear overnight

  • Low: 17°C

Sunday, July 13

• 🌤️ Partly sunny, 30% chance of showers

  • High: 29°C

• 🌙 Cloudy periods with 40% chance of showers

  • Low: 16°C

Wardrobe & Safety Tips

• Today: Dress light and breathable. Avoid strenuous outdoor activity in the heat and humidity. Use sunscreen and drink water frequently, even if you’re not thirsty.

• Tonight–Friday: Keep an umbrella or raincoat handy. Be alert for overnight thunderstorm activity.

• Weekend: Outdoor plans are a go with caution — pack light layers and be prepared for scattered showers, especially in the afternoon.

Weather Trivia

Did you know?
A humidex over 35 is considered dangerous for prolonged outdoor exposure. Today’s forecasted humidex of 38 for Fort Frances rivals levels seen during past heat warnings — a reminder to prioritize hydration, shade, and cooling.