Warm sunshine and calm winds make for a perfect fall day—more sun to follow with slight shower chances by midweek

Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are waking up to mainly clear skies, mild temperatures, and rising pressure this Sunday morning. With a light southwest breeze building through the day, the region is in for a sunny and unseasonably warm day, continuing the stretch of early fall perfection. While skies remain clear through Monday, clouds and slight chances of showers return as we head into Tuesday night.

It is a great day to get out, gather up some photographs of the fall colours.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions

As of 5:00 AM CDT at Kenora Airport, the temperature is a comfortable 14.1°C, with a dew point of 7.5°C and humidity at 64%—a dry and refreshing start to the day.

Winds are from the southwest at 12 km/h, expected to strengthen to 20 km/h later this morning.
Barometric pressure is rising at 101.4 kPa, reinforcing the influence of high pressure over the region.

Forecast for Sunday:

• Sunny skies throughout the day.

• Winds becoming southwest at 20 km/h by late morning.

• High of 24°C, with dry air keeping conditions comfortable.

• UV index 5 (moderate) — sunscreen recommended for midday outdoor activities.

Tonight:

• Clear skies and calm conditions.

• Winds easing after sunset.

• Low of 10°C — cool but not cold.

Extended Forecast

Monday, September 29:

• Sunny and warm again.

• High of 23°C, with a humidex of 26°C.

• UV index 4 (moderate).

• Night: Increasing clouds with a 30% chance of showers.
  Low of 14°C.

Tuesday, September 30:

• A mix of sun and cloud during the day.

• Another warm high of 23°C.

• Night: Cloudy periods with a 30% chance of showers again.
  Low near 16°C.

Wardrobe Recommendations

Get ready for a classic fall layering forecast, with cool mornings and warm afternoons:

• Mornings:

  • A light jacket or hoodie is perfect for early walks or errands.

• Afternoons (Sunday–Tuesday):

  • Short sleeves or breathable long sleeves will be comfortable with highs near 24°C.

  • Keep sunglasses and sunscreen handy.

• Evenings:

  • Expect temperatures to dip to 10–14°C—ideal for light jackets or flannel shirts.

Weather Trivia

Did you know?
Kenora typically sees its last 20°C day of the year around the end of September or early October. With forecast highs of 23–24°C today through Tuesday, this may be one of the final warm stretches before more seasonal (and cooler) weather settles in. Soak up the sunshine—it’s a rare late-September gift!