Fort Frances – Weather – A warm, humid, and unsettled Friday is on tap for Fort Frances, Couchiching, Mitaanjigamiing, Naicatchewenin, and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations, with early morning showers giving way to increasing cloud and the risk of thunderstorms this afternoon.

Air quality may also be impacted by local wildfire smoke, and more storm activity is expected into the weekend.

Current Weather Conditions (as of 5:00 AM CDT – Fort Frances)

• 🌡️ Temperature: 20.5°C

• 💧 Dew Point: 19.2°C

• 💦 Humidity: 92%

• 🌬️ Wind: South-southwest at 12 km/h

• 📉 Pressure: 100.9 kPa and falling

• 🧮 Humidex: 27

• 🛰️ Condition: Not observed (likely cloudy or showers)

The air is thick and damp this morning, with showers expected to ease early, before redeveloping later today. Conditions are primed for localized downpours and thunderstorms this afternoon, with a projected high of 27°C and a humidex of 35 — uncomfortable and bordering on dangerous.

Today’s Forecast – Friday, July 11

• 🌧️ Morning: Showers taper off

• ☁️ Afternoon: Cloudy with 70% chance of showers and risk of a thunderstorm

• 🌫️ Local smoke may reduce visibility and air quality

• 🌡️ High: 27°C

• 💧 Humidex: 35

• 🌞 UV Index: 8 (Very High)

• 🌧️ Rainfall: 10–15 mm possible

Tonight

• ☁️ Mainly cloudy

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

• ⛈️ Thunderstorm risk continues overnight

• 🌫️ Local smoke persists

• 🌡️ Low: 15°C

Weekend Outlook

Saturday, July 12

• 🌥️ Mix of sun and cloud

• 🌧️ 30% chance of morning showers, increasing to 70% near noon

• ⛈️ Thunderstorm risk in the morning and afternoon

• 🌫️ Local smoke

• 🌡️ High: 21°C

• 💧 Humidex: 26

• 🌞 UV Index: 7 (High)

• 🌙 Night: Clear | Low: 17°C

Sunday, July 13

• ☀️ Sunny and warmer

  • High: 29°C

• 🌙 Cloudy periods with 40% chance of showers

  • Low: 16°C

Monday, July 14

• 🌤️ Mix of sun and cloud

  • High: 27°C

• 🌙 Cloudy periods, 40% chance of showers

  • Low: 15°C

Wardrobe & Safety Tips

• Today: Wear light, breathable clothing. Stay shaded and hydrated — humidex of 35 can increase the risk of heat-related illness. Rain jacket and umbrella are essential this afternoon.

• Tonight–Saturday: Have storm-readiness supplies on hand. Be prepared for fluctuating visibility and smoky air.

• Sunday–Monday: Excellent conditions for outdoor activities, though Sunday evening may bring showers.

Weather Trivia

Did you know?
Fort Frances has experienced humidex values over 40 during major summer heat waves — and while today’s humidex of 35 doesn’t reach those extremes, it’s still in the “high discomfort” zone, where extra care is needed for elders, children, and outdoor workers.