Cloudy Skies, Light Showers, and a Cozy Fall Weekend Ahead
KENORA – WEATHER – If you’re waking up in the Lake of the Woods region this morning, the sky is doing that classic September thing—mostly cloudy with a hint of humidity, and just enough uncertainty to keep a raincoat in arm’s reach. While it’s not the kind of weekend forecast that screams beach day, it is ideal for warm drinks, cozy layers, and a little lakeside fog watching.
Friday: Mild Start, Showers Possible by Afternoon
At 4:00 AM CDT, the weather station at Kenora Airport reports mostly cloudy skies and a temperature of 12.6°C. With a dew point of 11.3°C and humidity sitting at 92%, the air feels damp and early fall-ish. A gentle east-northeast wind at 13 km/h keeps things cool and calm for now, while visibility is strong at 32 km. The barometric pressure is 102.1 kPa and falling, signaling some unsettled weather approaching.
Expect mainly cloudy skies throughout the day, with a 40% chance of showers this afternoon as the atmosphere becomes more unstable. Winds will shift to the southeast at 20 km/h late this morning, and temperatures will rise to a comfortable high of 18°C. The UV index is 5, so a bit of sun might sneak through—just don’t count on it for long.
Tonight: Showers Continue On and Off
Tonight, a few showers are likely in the evening, tapering off overnight but leaving a 60% chance of lingering showers. Skies will remain cloudy with a low of 11°C, making it a mild but damp night overall. A good evening to cozy up indoors or take in the moody lake vibes from a screened porch.
Saturday: Overcast with Intermittent Showers
Saturday, September 20, stays cloudy with a 60% chance of showers throughout the day. While not a total washout, it’s definitely not picnic weather. The high will hold at 18°C, and the UV index will be low at 2, so don’t expect much brightness.
Saturday night stays cloudy with a 30% chance of showers, and the low creeps up slightly to 13°C—unusually warm for a fall night, but hey, we’ll take it.
Sunday: Holding Onto the Clouds (and a Few Raindrops)
Sunday, September 21, continues the cloudy trend with a 30% chance of showers throughout the day. The high climbs to 20°C, which is still quite mild for this time of year. Sunday night brings cloudy periods but looks to stay dry, with the overnight low at 13°C once again.
Monday: Hint of Sunshine Returns
Monday, September 22, finally offers a mix of sun and cloud, though the 30% chance of showers still lingers. The high reaches 22°C, making it the warmest day of the next stretch—a great way to ease into the new week. Monday nightwill be partly cloudy, with a low of 13°C.
What to Wear?
Rain jacket? Yes. Umbrella? Absolutely. Sunglasses? Maybe, but don’t hold your breath. This is peak “layer up and roll with it” weather. Comfortable, waterproof footwear will come in handy, and you might even want to keep a thermos of something hot nearby—just for ambiance.
Weather Trivia: The Cloud Magnet Effect
Kenora’s location near Lake of the Woods often causes extended cloud cover in fall. As warm, moist air from the lake meets cooler air over land, low stratus clouds can linger for days—especially when wind speeds are light, like they are this weekend. It’s nature’s version of a weighted blanket.
