Kenora, Weather – This morning begins on a volatile note across Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region, as Environment Canada has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning.

Thunderstorms capable of strong wind gusts, large hail, and torrential rainfall are moving through the area. Residents are urged to take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.

⚠️ Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Issued at 4:04 AM CDT, a line of severe thunderstorms is tracking east at 60 km/h, bringing:

• 🌩️ Quarter-sized hail

• 🌬️ Strong wind gusts

• 🌧️ Heavy downpours (15–25 mm possible)

Impacted locations include:
Whitedog, Grassy Narrows, Minaki, Corn Lake, Big and Little Fox Lakes, Daniels Lake, Canyon Lake, and surrounding areas.

Safety Reminder:
Take immediate shelter. If outside, protect yourself from flying debris and hail. Stay indoors and avoid travel until storms pass.

Current Weather Conditions (as of 5:32 AM CDT – Kenora Airport)

• 🌡️ Temperature: 19.3°C

• 🌥️ Condition: Mostly Cloudy

• 💧 Dew Point: 17.9°C

• 💦 Humidity: 92%

• 🌬️ Wind: East at 13 km/h

• 📉 Pressure: 100.7 kPa (falling)

• 🌫️ Visibility: 32 km

Friday Forecast – July 11

• 🌧️ Morning: Scattered showers taper off briefly

• 🌥️ Afternoon: 70% chance of renewed showers, risk of thunderstorms

• 🌫️ Local smoke may reduce air quality

• 🌡️ High: 24°C | Humidex: 29

• 🌞 UV Index: 7 (High)

• 🌧️ Local rainfall amounts: 15 to 25 mm possible

Tonight

• 🌙 Partly cloudy

• 🌧️ 70% chance of evening showers, tapering to 30% near midnight

• ⛈️ Risk of thunderstorms overnight

• 🌫️ Local smoke continues

• 🌡️ Low: 14°C

Weekend Forecast

Saturday, July 12

• ☁️ Mainly cloudy

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

• ⛈️ Risk of thunderstorm

• 🌫️ Local smoke

• 🌡️ High: 22°C | Humidex: 26

• 🌙 Night: Clear | Low: 18°C

Sunday, July 13

• ☀️ Sunny

  • High: 28°C

• 🌙 Cloudy periods with 40% chance of showers

  • Low: 16°C

Monday, July 14

• 🌤️ Mix of sun and cloud

  • High: 25°C

• 🌙 Cloudy periods, 40% chance of showers

  • Low: 15°C

Wardrobe & Safety Tips

• Today: Waterproof jacket, umbrella, and indoor alternatives are a must. Avoid travel during storm activity. Keep water and emergency kits on hand.

• Saturday: Watch for morning storm activity. Outdoor events should plan for potential disruption. Local smoke may persist.

• Sunday: Warm and dry — finally a break in the unsettled pattern. Great for outdoor plans.

Weather Trivia

Did you know?
Kenora frequently ranks among the top 10 thunderstorm-prone areas in Canada. July sees the highest number of severe weather warnings, thanks to warm air masses meeting cooler systems from the west.