Fog, drizzle, and the risk of thunderstorms kick off the week—before the sunshine makes a strong return

Kenora – Weather – It’s a muggy and overcast start to Sunday in Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region, as thick humidity, fog patches, and mostly cloudy skies dominate early conditions. A brief spell of unsettled weather—including the risk of afternoon thunderstorms—will pass through today and tomorrow, before we’re rewarded with a beautiful stretch of sunny and warm autumn weather through midweek.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions

As of 7:00 AM CDT from Kenora Airport, the temperature is a warm and humid 15.9°C, with a dew point of 15.5°C and humidity at 98%—creating near-saturated air and fog in some areas. Winds are light from the southeast at 7 km/h, and visibility is reduced to 13 km due to fog patches that are expected to lift later this morning.

Barometric pressure is at 101.2 kPa and falling, signalling the approach of a weak disturbance that could bring rain and isolated thunderstorms later today.

Forecast for Today:

• Fog patches dissipating by late morning.

• Cloudy skies throughout the day.

• 40% chance of showers this afternoon.

• Risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon.

• High of 20°C, with a humidex of 25—muggy for late September.

• UV index 2 (low) due to cloud cover.

Tonight:

• Cloudy skies remain.

• 30% chance of showers or drizzle overnight.

• Risk of a thunderstorm early this evening.

• Fog patches developing near midnight.

• Low of 15°C.

Tomorrow’s Forecast

Expected Conditions

• Monday, September 22:
  A cloudy day with a 30% chance of drizzle in the morning and a 30% chance of showers by the afternoon. There is a risk of a thunderstorm late in the afternoon.
  Fog patches dissipate in the morning.
  High of 22°C, with a humidex of 27—continuing the muggy trend.
  UV index: 4 (moderate).

• Monday Night:
  Skies clear overnight as the system exits.
  Low of 12°C.

• Tuesday, September 23:
  Sunny and warm, with a high of 23°C.
  Night: Clear, with a low of 13°C.

• Wednesday, September 24:
  More sunshine, and the high rises to 24°C.
  Night: Clear, with a low of 13°C.

Wardrobe Recommendations

The weather this week calls for versatility in your outfit planning:

• Today & Monday:
  Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket in case of passing showers or a thunderstorm. Water-resistant footwear is also a good choice.
  Morning fog means light, reflective outerwear is helpful for visibility.

• Afternoons:
  Despite the cloud, it will feel warm and muggy—short sleeves or light breathable clothing are ideal.

• Tuesday–Wednesday:
  With clear skies and temps in the mid-20s, plan for summer-style layers during the day and a light sweater or jacket for the evenings.

Weather Trivia

Did you know?
The Lake of the Woods region often sees its highest September dew points in the third week of the month, as lingering late-summer moisture combines with cool overnight temperatures. This leads to frequent fog patches, like the ones we’re seeing this weekend. In fact, fog is one of the most common aviation weather delays in Kenora during this transitional period between summer and fall.

Be weather-wise today and tomorrow—but get ready for a gorgeous return to sunshine by Tuesday! Stay with the NetNewsLedger Weather Desk for your daily local updates.