KENORA – WEATHER DESK – Get out there and enjoy it. As August has made the mid month turn, there are not a lot of weekends left for enjoying our region’s fishing, swimming and boating.

A bright and mild start to the day across Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region sets the stage for a pleasant late-summer weekend.

With mainly clear skies this morning and only a slight chance of showers later today, the region is gearing up for a mix of sunshine and warmth through to Monday.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions

As observed at 6:00 AM CDT from Kenora Airport:

• Temperature: 14.6°C

• Condition: Mainly Clear

• Wind: WSW at 6 km/h

• Humidity: 86%

• Dew Point: 12.2°C

• Pressure: 101.2 kPa, rising

• Visibility: 32 km

Early morning sunshine dominates, but by this afternoon, clouds will begin to build with a 30% chance of scattered showers. Winds are expected to increase, shifting west at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40 km/h, bringing in slightly drier air.

• High: 23°C

• Humidex: 28

• UV Index: 7 (High) — sunscreen and sun protection are advised.

Tonight

Expect partly cloudy skies with a lingering 30% chance of showers early in the evening. Winds will shift northwest at 20 km/h and diminish to calm conditions near midnight. The temperature will drop to a low of 10°C, making for a cool and comfortable night.

Weekend Weather Forecast

Expected Conditions

Saturday, August 16:

• Mainly cloudy conditions dominate the day.

• High of 21°C with a UV index of 6.

• Saturday Night: Skies clear, low of 12°C — ideal for stargazing or a late summer campfire.

Sunday, August 17:

• A return to sunshine! Sunny and warm with a high of 24°C.

• Sunday Night: Cloudy periods. Low of 16°C.

Monday, August 18:

• Continued summer warmth with a mix of sun and cloud and a high near 24°C.

• Monday Night: Cloudy periods remain, low of 16°C.

Wardrobe Recommendations

• Today: Dress in light, breathable layers to manage the humidex of 28. A windbreaker is a good idea for gusty conditions later in the day, and pack an umbrella just in case.

• Saturday: Slightly cooler under the clouds—long sleeves or a light sweater may be useful.

• Sunday/Monday: Ideal for summer attire — shorts, t-shirts, sunglasses, and sunscreen will be perfect for the sunny days ahead. Evenings will stay mild, so a light hoodie may be all that’s needed.

Weather Trivia

Did you know? The Lake of the Woods region experiences one of the highest sunshine totals in all of Ontario during August, averaging over 250 hours of sunlight for the month! This weekend’s forecast aligns well with that sunny reputation.