KENORA – WEATHER – Kenora is waking up to a sharp Arctic bite this Monday morning. Skies are mainly clear, but don’t let that fool you—wind chills near -40 are creating dangerous conditions for anyone outdoors.

A Yellow Cold Warning remains in effect for Kenora–Grassy Narrows–Whitedog, with the worst wind chill continuing into late this morning, and another round of very cold wind chills possible tonight.

If you are planning to drive today, weather will likely be a factor. Read the NetNewsLedger Weather Desk update here.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions (Kenora Airport — 6:00 AM CST)

• Temperature: -29.3°C (Weather Focus: -29°C)

• Condition: Mainly clear

• Wind: WNW 13 km/h

• Wind Chill: -40

• Pressure: 102.4 kPa, falling

• Humidity: 78%

• Visibility: 32 km

Even with great visibility, the air is dangerously cold. With wind chill near -40, exposed skin can become frostbitten quickly.

Today (Mon, Jan 19)

• A mix of sun and cloud

• Wind west 20 km/h gusting to 40

• High: -20°C

• Wind chill: -41 this morning, easing to about -30 this afternoon

• Frostbite in minutes remains a risk this morning.

Extended Weather Forecast

Expected Conditions (Next Three Days)

Tonight (Mon, Jan 19)

• Partly cloudy

• Wind west 20 km/h gusting to 40, becoming light late evening

• Low: -23°C

• Wind chill near -33

• Risk of frostbite

Tuesday (Jan 20)

• A mix of sun and cloud

• Wind up to 15 km/h

• High: -19°C

• Wind chill around -31 in the morning, -26 in the afternoon

• Risk of frostbite

• Tuesday night: Periods of snow, low -22°C

Wednesday (Jan 21)

• Periods of snow

• High: -17°C

• Wednesday night: 40% chance of flurries, low -27°C

Wardrobe Recommendations

• This morning: Dress like you’ll be standing in a freezer with a fan on. Heavy parka, insulated snow pants if outdoors, mitts, toque, and a balaclava or face covering.

• Footwear: Insulated winter boots with warm socks (not tight—circulation matters).

• If you must travel: Keep a winter kit in the vehicle (blanket, extra gloves, snacks, flashlight). Extreme cold makes small delays more serious.

Weather Trivia

Clear skies often happen with cold Arctic high pressure—but even a light wind can make a huge difference. That’s why -29°C can feel like -40: moving air strips away your body’s heat faster than calm air.

Weather Overview

Kenora and Lake of the Woods weather for January 19, 2026: Yellow Cold Warning continues with wind chills near -40 into late morning. Mainly clear early, then a mix of sun and cloud with gusty west winds. Bitter cold persists tonight and Tuesday, with snow returning Tuesday night.