A September Surprise in Lake of the Woods Country
KENORA – WEATHER – If you’ve already packed away your shorts and dug out the fall jackets, it might be time to rethink your fashion choices. September is pulling a fast one in Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region, delivering a stretch of sunshine, warmth, and just a hint of dramatic flair with some evening thunderstorms.
A Warm Start and an Even Toastier Day Ahead
This morning at the Kenora Airport, conditions are partly cloudy with a temperature sitting at a comfortable 13.5°C, climbing quickly toward a summer-like high of 25°C. The wind is currently from the south-southeast at 11 km/h, but expect it to pick up strength through the morning, shifting to a brisk south wind at 20 km/h gusting to 40 km/h by midday. The humidity is a muggy 92%, so it may feel a bit sticky out there. The barometric pressure sits at 102.3 kPa and is on the rise, signaling some incoming changes.
Today’s humidex will peak around 27, so it’s going to feel warmer than it looks on the thermometer. Don’t let the cooler mornings fool you—this is shorts and t-shirt weather. With a moderate UV index of 5, sunscreen wouldn’t be a bad idea if you’re heading out on the lake or taking in the late-summer sun.
Historically speaking, September 11 has seen some weather swings. Kenora’s record high for this date was 30.0°C, and the record low? A chilly -2.5°C. Today’s forecast falls nicely in between.
Evening Cloud Cover, Thunderstorm Risk Moves In
Tonight, the skies are set to become cloudier with a 60 percent chance of showers developing late in the evening, possibly joined by a risk of thunderstorms. Winds will remain from the south at 20 km/h. Overnight, temperatures will drop to a mild low of 16°C—so no need for the heavy blankets just yet.
Looking Ahead: Warmth Continues with Spotty Showers
Friday, September 12, keeps the warm trend going but tosses in more unsettled weather. Expect cloudy skies with a 60 percent chance of showers and a continued risk of thunderstorms. Winds from the southeast at 20 km/h will calm by the afternoon, and the mercury will rise to a high of 23°C, with a humidex of 28 making it feel a touch tropical.
The weekend is shaping up to be pretty pleasant overall. Both Saturday and Sunday will bring a mix of sun and cloud, with highs of 24°C on both days. Nights will stay comfortable with lows ranging from 12°C to 13°C.
What to Wear?
Today calls for breathable clothing—think light fabrics and layers you can peel off as the temperature rises. Sunglasses are handy during the day, and keep an umbrella close by for the evening in case those thunderstorms make good on their threat.
Weather Trivia Time!
Did you know Kenora sits near one of the deepest parts of Lake of the Woods, with depths reaching over 60 metres? All that water plays a big role in moderating the region’s temperatures—helping September feel more like a summer encore!
