KENORA – WEATHER – A winter system is working through Kenora this morning, bringing snow, gusty south winds, and falling pressure—classic signs that the air mass is still unsettled.
Expect periods of snow today (2–4 cm), followed by more flurries tonight (another 2–4 cm) as winds swing around to the northwest and colder air digs back in.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions (Kenora Airport — 6:26 AM CST)
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Temperature: -11.4°C (Weather Focus: -11°C)
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Condition: Snow grains
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Wind: S 24 km/h, gusts 43 km/h
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Wind chill: -20
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Humidity: 77%
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Pressure: 100.5 kPa, falling
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Visibility: 13 km
What’s happening today (Thu, Jan 15)
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Periods of snow with 2–4 cm expected
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Wind south 30 km/h gusting to 50, becoming light early this afternoon
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High: -4°C
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Wind chill near -26 this morning, improving to around -8 this afternoon
Extended Weather Forecast
Expected Conditions (Next Three Days)
Tonight (Thu, Jan 15)
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Flurries, local 2–4 cm
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Wind NW 30 km/h gusting to 50
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Low: -12°C
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Wind chill near -20 overnight
Friday (Jan 16)
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Flurries
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Wind NW 30 km/h gusting to 50
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High: -10°C
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Wind chill near -25 in the morning, -18 in the afternoon
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Friday night: Cloudy with 60% chance of flurries, low -22°C
Saturday (Jan 17)
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Mix of sun and cloud with 30% chance of flurries
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High: -19°C
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Saturday night: Clear, low -29°C (a sharp overnight drop)
Wardrobe Recommendations
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This morning: Dress for the -20 wind chill—insulated coat, mitts, toque, and a scarf/neck warmer.
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This afternoon: As it rises toward -4°C, you can loosen layers a bit, but keep something wind-resistant for gusts.
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Tonight and Friday: Windy with flurries—warm, windproof outerwear and boots with good traction for fresh snow and packed surfaces.
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Weekend: Plan for true mid-winter cold, especially Saturday night—extra layers and face coverage if you’re out late.
Weather Trivia
Snow grains are different from typical snowflakes—they’re tiny, white, grainy pellets that look a bit like salt. They usually form in colder, shallow cloud layers and often show up with brisk winds and unsettled winter air.
Weather summary
Kenora & Lake of the Woods weather forecast for January 15, 2026: Snow grains early, periods of snow today (2–4 cm) with gusty winds, then flurries tonight (2–4 cm). Breezy, colder conditions continue Friday, with a deep cold drop heading into the weekend.
