THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region starts Thursday under misty skies, with chilly conditions and limited visibility. Flurries are expected this morning, along with a risk of freezing rain, making for slick surfaces.
Fog is expected to clear through the day, but caution is advised for morning commuters. Cold and mostly cloudy conditions will linger into the weekend, with occasional chances for light snow.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions (as of 6:36 AM CST)
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Temperature: -2.8°C
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Conditions: Mist
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Visibility: 1.6 km
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Humidity: 98%
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Wind: SSW at 14 km/h
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Wind Chill: -8
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Pressure: 100.3 kPa, falling
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Dew Point: -3.1°C
Expect fog patches to dissipate as the morning progresses. However, a 60% chance of flurries remains in place, possibly mixed with freezing rain. Winds will shift westward at 20 km/h, and the temperature will peak near -1°C, with a wind chill making it feel closer to -11.
Extended Weather Forecast
Expected Conditions (Friday through Sunday)
Friday, January 9
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Day: Cloudy, calm winds
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High: -6°C
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Wind Chill: -17 in the morning, -10 in the afternoon
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Night: 30% chance of flurries
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Low: -13°C
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Saturday, January 10
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Day: Cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries
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High: -9°C
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Night: Cloudy periods
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Low: -17°C
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Sunday, January 11
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Day: Mix of sun and cloud
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High: -8°C
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Night: Cloudy
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Low: -9°C
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Wardrobe Recommendations
Kenora residents should be well-prepared for wind chills and mixed precipitation:
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Thursday: Waterproof winter boots and a warm insulated coat are essential, especially with the risk of freezing rain. Gloves and a hat are recommended.
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Friday to Sunday: Layers are key. Bundle up in thermal wear, a winter parka, insulated gloves, and scarves to protect against wind chills dipping below -15°C.
Weather Trivia
Did you know?
Kenora’s coldest January temperature on record hit -46.1°C in 1912! While this weekend’s forecast stays in the manageable -9°C to -17°C range, it’s a reminder that Northwestern Ontario can swing to extremes in winter.
Weather Summation
Kenora and Lake of the Woods weather forecast for January 8, 2026: Misty start with a chance of flurries and freezing rain. Cloudy and cold conditions continue through the weekend with wind chills nearing -17°C. Stay warm and cautious.
