KENORA – Weather Desk – Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region remain under an Orange Cold Warning as a stubborn Arctic airmass continues to dominate the weekend. While the wind is light at the airport early this morning, the cold is still intense—ice crystalsare reported, and wind chills are expected to dip back into the -40 to -45 range overnight and into early Monday before gradual moderation begins.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions (Kenora Airport – 6:00 AM CST)

• Temperature: -29.4°C

• Wind Chill: -35

• Condition: Ice Crystals

• Wind: NW 5 km/h

• Pressure: 103.2 kPa, falling

• Humidity: 76%

• Dew Point: -32.3°C

• Visibility: 32 km

Ice crystals are a classic sign of extreme cold—tiny frozen crystals suspended in the air that can make the morning look “sparkly,” but also signal a very dry, frigid air mass.

Orange Cold Warning

What’s happening

• What: wind chill values -40 to -45

• When: continuing through the weekend

• Impact Level: High

• Forecast Confidence: High

• Key note: little daytime relief is expected while the Arctic air remains in place. Wind chills and temperatures should begin to moderate Monday, but it stays below normal much of the week.

Safety reminders

• Frostbite can develop in minutes with wind chills in the -40s.

• Cover exposed skin completely (face, ears, hands).

• Keep a vehicle kit ready (blanket, booster cables, warm gear, flashlight).

• If it’s too cold for you to stay outside, it’s too cold for your pet to stay outside.

Extended Forecast

Expected Conditions (Today through Tuesday)

Sunday, January 25 (Today)

• Sky: Sunny

• Wind: Up to 15 km/h

• High: -24°C

• Wind chill: -42 this morning, improving to about -32 this afternoon

• Risk: Frostbite in minutes

• UV Index: 1 (Low)

Tonight

• Sky: A few clouds

• Wind: Becoming south 20 km/h before morning

• Low: -30°C

• Wind chill: -34 this evening, near -43 overnight

• Risk: Frostbite in minutes

Monday, January 26

• Sky: Becoming cloudy in the morning with a few flurries

• Wind: South 20 gusting 40, becoming NW 20 gusting 40 early afternoon

• High: -19°C

• Wind chill: -41 morning, improving to -29 afternoon

• Risk: Frostbite in minutes

• Night: Cloudy periods, low -24°C

Tuesday, January 27

• Sky: A mix of sun and cloud

• High: -17°C

• Night: Cloudy periods, 30% chance of flurries, low -23°C

Trend: Monday begins the slow step toward “less extreme,” but gusty winds could keep the morning wind chill harsh. Nights remain cold.

Wardrobe Recommendations

This is still “no exposed skin” weather, especially mornings and overnight:

• Base layer: thermal top/bottom (moisture-wicking)

• Mid layer: fleece or wool

• Outer layer: windproof parka + snow pants (helpful with Monday’s gusts)

• Hands: insulated mitts + liners

• Face/head: toque + balaclava/neck gaiter (cover cheeks and nose)

• Feet: warm socks + insulated boots (not tight—circulation matters)

• Driver add-on: spare mitts/hat and a blanket in the vehicle

Cold Warning Safety for Pets

• Keep cats indoors during extreme cold.

• Dogs: shorten walks to quick bathroom breaks when wind chills are in the -40s.

• Wipe paws after outings (ice/salt irritation) and watch for shivering or paw lifting—signs it’s too cold.

Weather Trivia

Even when the air is “only” around -25 to -30, a light breeze can push the wind chill into the danger zone. Wind strips away the thin warm layer near skin—one reason frostbite risk can spike fast at sunrise and overnight.

Summary

Kenora and Lake of the Woods remain under an Orange Cold Warning on Jan. 25, 2026. Wind chills reach -40 to -45 through the weekend with frostbite risk in minutes, easing slightly Monday. Full forecast, safety guidance, and what to wear.