Following a muggy and unsettled stretch of weather, residents of Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region wake up this Thursday to humid air, mostly cloudy skies, and the chance of spotty showers. With moisture in the air and changing wind patterns, the region is in for a few more days of unstable, storm-prone conditions—interspersed with brief sunny breaks.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions

As of 6:39 AM CDT at Kenora Airport:

• Temperature: 19.1°C

• Wind: South-southwest at 13 km/h

• Humidity: 98%

• Dew Point: 18.8°C

• Barometric Pressure: 101.4 kPa, falling

• Visibility: 24 km

• Conditions: Mostly cloudy with high humidity

Today’s forecast brings a mix of sun and cloud with a 40% chance of early morning showers, potentially accompanied by a risk of a thunderstorm. As the day progresses, winds shift southwest at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40 km/h by late morning.

• Daytime High: 28°C

• Humidex: 33°C (expect sticky, muggy air)

• UV Index: 7 or high – sun protection strongly recommended

Tonight

The instability continues overnight:

• Partly cloudy skies

• 40% chance of showers late in the evening and overnight, again with a risk of thunderstorms

• Winds shift to west 20 km/h, then becoming southeast 20 km/h

• Overnight low: 19°C

Tomorrow’s Forecast

Expected Conditions

Friday, August 8

• Mainly cloudy with 40% chance of showers and continued risk of thunderstorms

• Winds becoming southeast 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h

• High: 27°C

• Humidex: 35°C

• UV index remains high at 7

Friday Night

• Cloudy with a 60% chance of showers

• Low: 18°C

Saturday, August 9

• Continued cloudiness with a 60% chance of showers

• High: 26°C

• Night: 40% chance of showers, low: 17°C

Sunday, August 10

• Persistent cloud cover

• High: 22°C

• Clearing partially overnight, low: 14°C

Wardrobe Recommendations

• Today: The heavy humidity calls for lightweight, breathable fabrics like cotton or linen. A hat and sunscreen are wise for the sunny breaks. Have a light rain jacket or umbrella ready for sudden showers.

• Tonight and Friday: Keep rain gear nearby. With gusty winds, a wind-resistant jacket is helpful. If sensitive to air pressure changes or humidity, hydration and light layers are key.

• Weekend: Expect consistent dampness—quick-drying fabrics and waterproof footwear are smart choices, especially for any outdoor lake or trail plans.

Weather Trivia

Did you know?
Lake of the Woods holds over 14,500 islands—more than any other lake in North America. This geographic complexity can influence local weather patterns, especially during summer, by generating localized thunderstorms and sudden shifts in wind and temperature due to land-lake interactions.