From Muggy Mornings to a Sunny Weekend in Lake of the Woods Country
KENORA – WEATHER – The calendar might say September, but Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are still dancing with summer. The air this morning is thick with humidity, clouds are hanging on, and yes—there’s more rain in the cards. But don’t hang up the sunscreen just yet: the weekend ahead promises sunshine, warmth, and a late-season glow-up that might make you cancel those indoor plans.
Friday Starts Foggy and Damp, Ends Mild and Muggy
As of 7:00 AM CDT, it’s a mostly cloudy morning at Kenora Airport, with a warm and damp 14.6°C greeting early risers. The humidity is a near-saturated 99%, making the air feel heavy and the windows foggy. The wind is coming in gently from the east-southeast at 11 km/h, and visibility is good at 24 km despite the thick air. The barometric pressure sits at 101.8 kPa and is falling, signalling unstable weather is moving in.
Showers are expected for much of today, with a 60 percent chance of rain and a risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Winds will briefly increase from the south at 20 km/h this morning before easing again. Despite the overcast skies, temperatures will climb to a high of 21°C, with a humidex of 27°C making it feel warmer than it looks. The UV index is 4, so there’s a mild sunburn risk during brighter breaks.
Historically, Kenora’s record high for September 12 is 29.5°C, and the record low is 1.2°C—today sits nicely in between, leaning toward the warm side.
Tonight: Fog Returns with Showers Still Lurking
Tonight, skies stay cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers overnight, and fog patches are expected to develop. The low will remain on the warmer side at 15°C, so it’ll be another muggy night—keep that fan nearby!
Weekend Outlook: Fog Lifts, Sunshine Lingers
Saturday, September 13, starts with mainly cloudy skies and a 30 percent chance of showers in the early morning. Fog patches will dissipate by mid-morning, giving way to a more pleasant day. Winds shift from the east at 20 km/h, and temperatures will rise to a high of 24°C, again feeling closer to 27°C with the humidex.
Saturday night clears right out, offering a great evening for stargazing or lakeside lounging with a low of 16°C.
Sunday, September 14, steals the show with sunny skies and a high of 26°C—a summer encore if ever there was one. Sunday night stays clear and mild, with a low of 17°C.
Monday, September 15, brings a return of variability with a mix of sun and cloud and a 40 percent chance of showers, but the temperature holds steady at 25°C. Monday night looks cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers, and another warm low of 17°C.
What to Wear?
It’s a tricky wardrobe day: you’ll want light, breathable layers that can handle a steamy afternoon but also stand up to sudden rain. Umbrellas are a must, especially for afternoon plans, and waterproof footwear wouldn’t hurt. Weekend gear should include sunglasses, sunblock, and a good excuse to be outside on Sunday.
Weather Trivia: The Lake Effect
Did you know Lake of the Woods has over 14,500 islands and 105,000 km of shoreline? Its vast expanse doesn’t just look stunning—it also helps regulate Kenora’s local climate. In late summer, the lake acts like a giant heat bank, keeping the region warmer than surrounding inland areas and contributing to high humidity and those foggy mornings.
