THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK- Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region begin the day under freezing fog and very limited visibility. As another round of light snow approaches, residents can expect a continued stretch of cold, cloudy, and snowy conditions through Saturday, followed by brief clearing Sunday night.
With wind chills dipping below -15°C, outdoor precautions remain important.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions (as of 5:00 AM CST)
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Temperature: -8.2°C
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Condition: Freezing Fog
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Visibility: 0.4 km
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Humidity: 95%
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Dew Point: -8.9°C
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Wind: NNW 6 km/h
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Wind Chill: -11
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Pressure: 101.4 kPa (Rising)
Visibility is extremely poor this morning due to freezing fog, with light snow expected to begin this afternoon. Winds remain light (up to 15 km/h), but wind chill values of -14°C this morning will make it feel significantly colder.
Short-Term Forecast
Friday, January 9
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Day: Cloudy with periods of light snow starting this afternoon
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High: -5°C
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Wind Chill: -14 in the morning, -9 in the afternoon
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Night: Periods of snow, 2–4 cm expected
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Low: -10°C
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Wind: Light, becoming SW 20 km/h then calm
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Wind Chill: Near -16 overnight
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Weekend Outlook
Saturday, January 10
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Day: Snow ends in the afternoon, then a mix of sun and cloud
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High: -5°C
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Snowfall: ~2 cm
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Wind Chill: -16 in the morning, -9 by afternoon
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Night: Cloudy with 40% chance of flurries
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Low: -15°C
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Sunday, January 11
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Day: Cloudy with a 30% chance of flurries
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High: -7°C
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Night: Clearing skies
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Low: -9°C
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Wardrobe Recommendations
Winter conditions remain steady and cold. Here’s what to wear to stay safe and warm:
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Today & Saturday: Dress in layers with thermal base wear, a well-insulated parka, snow pants (if staying outdoors long), and warm winter boots. With wind chills near -15°C, gloves, hat, and scarf are essential.
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Sunday: Though slightly milder, the sun and cloud mix still calls for full winter gear.
Weather Trivia
Did you know?
Freezing fog, like what Kenora is seeing today, forms when supercooled water droplets cling to surfaces, often coating trees, power lines, and road signs in rime ice. This can lead to beautiful but dangerous icy conditions, especially on untreated roads and sidewalks.
Weather in Focus
Kenora weather update for January 9, 2026: Freezing fog and poor visibility this morning give way to light snow this afternoon. Snow continues into Saturday with 2–4 cm expected. Wind chills near -16°C. Full weekend outlook and safety tips included.
