Water Temperature of the Kawishiwi River in Ely, MN
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Measurement Time: Saturday, December 27, 2025, 9:15 AM CST
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Fall Lake Township; Superior National Forest; Boundary Waters Canoe Area WildernessSponsored Content
Station Name: Ely 14E
Data Source: USGS
Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,480 feet
Nearest Address:
Ely, MN 55731
Lake County
GPS Coordinates: 47.9228, -91.535
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Weather for Ely, Minnesota
Current Weather
Humidity: 93%
Heat Index: 27.5°F
Feels Like: 19.4°F
Wind: NNW 5 mph
Wind Gusts: 12 mph
Wind Chill: 19.4°F
Dew Point: 19.4°F
Chance of Precipitation: 0%
Precipitation: 0 in
Cloud Cover: 100%
Visibility: 5 mi
UV Index: 0
Five Day Weather Forecast

Sun
H: 30°F
L: 10°F

Mon
H: 5°F
L: -1°F

Tue
H: 16°F
L: 2°F

Wed
H: 1°F
L: -7°F

Thu
H: -6°F
L: -16°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.95 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.95 μg/m3
Ozone: 55 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:07 AM
Sunset: 4:21 PM
Daylight: 8 hrs 25 mins
Moon Transit: 6:56 PM
Moonset: 12:55 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 63.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:49 AM - 8:19 AM6:26 PM - 8:56 PM
Minor Periods
11:27 AM - 12:57 AM12:25 AM - 1:55 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Wind Advisory issued December 27 at 2:11PM CST until December 29 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 2:11 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph and blowing snow expected. * WHERE...Southern Lake County. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 AM CST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Expect areas of rapid visibility reductions from blowing snow Sunday afternoon and overnight. In areas where temperatures are near or below freezing, the fog could result in icy roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dense fog is mainly expected up the hillside, along the ridgeline and into the higher terrain of the North Shore. Little to no fog is possible along the shorelines. Blowing snow is likely Sunday afternoon and overnight as moderate to heavy snowfall is expected.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights and fog lights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Dense Fog Advisory issued December 27 at 2:11PM CST until December 28 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 2:11 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph and blowing snow expected. * WHERE...Southern Lake County. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 AM CST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Expect areas of rapid visibility reductions from blowing snow Sunday afternoon and overnight. In areas where temperatures are near or below freezing, the fog could result in icy roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dense fog is mainly expected up the hillside, along the ridgeline and into the higher terrain of the North Shore. Little to no fog is possible along the shorelines. Blowing snow is likely Sunday afternoon and overnight as moderate to heavy snowfall is expected.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights and fog lights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 1:47PM CST until December 29 at 3:00AM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:47 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 5:15 AM
* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches, locally higher amounts are possible on the terrain ridge. Winds gusting 40 to 55 mph. * WHERE...Southern Cook and Southern Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 3 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Localized whiteout conditions are possible due to falling and blowing snow creating visibility around 1/4 mile, especially along Highway 61 on the North Shore. Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 511 or visit www.511mn.org for Minnesota road information. Travel may become hazardous along Highway 61 on the North Shore.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 27 at 1:47PM CST until December 29 at 12:00AM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:47 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 5:15 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Koochiching, Central and North St. Louis, and Northern Cook and Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Bois Forte Band, Nett Lake and, Lake Vermilion areas. Other locations including Voyageurs National Park. The entire Boundary Waters is also included. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday Night. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 511 or visit www.511mn.org for Minnesota road information.
Wind Advisory issued December 28 at 12:08AM CST until December 29 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:15 PM
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph and blowing snow expected. * WHERE...Southern Lake County. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 AM CST early this morning. For the Wind Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Expect areas of rapid visibility reductions from blowing snow Sunday afternoon and overnight. In areas where temperatures are near or below freezing, the fog could result in icy roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dense fog is mainly expected up the hillside, along the ridgeline and into the higher terrain of the North Shore. Little to no fog is possible along the shorelines. Blowing snow is likely Sunday afternoon and overnight as moderate to heavy snowfall is expected.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights and fog lights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Dense Fog Advisory issued December 28 at 12:08AM CST until December 28 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:15 PM
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph and blowing snow expected. * WHERE...Southern Lake County. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 AM CST early this morning. For the Wind Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Expect areas of rapid visibility reductions from blowing snow Sunday afternoon and overnight. In areas where temperatures are near or below freezing, the fog could result in icy roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dense fog is mainly expected up the hillside, along the ridgeline and into the higher terrain of the North Shore. Little to no fog is possible along the shorelines. Blowing snow is likely Sunday afternoon and overnight as moderate to heavy snowfall is expected.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights and fog lights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
High Wind Warning issued December 27 at 2:11PM CST until December 29 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 2:11 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the High Wind Warning, north winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph and blowing snow expected. * WHERE...Southern Cook County. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 AM CST Sunday. For the High Wind Warning, from 6 PM Sunday to 6 PM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. In areas where temperatures are near or below freezing, the fog could result in icy roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. Expect areas of rapid visibility reductions from blowing snow Sunday afternoon and overnight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dense fog is mainly expected up the hillside, along the ridgeline and into the higher terrain of the North Shore. Little to no fog is possible along the shorelines. Blowing snow is likely Sunday afternoon and overnight as moderate to heavy snowfall is expected.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights and fog lights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Dense Fog Advisory issued December 27 at 2:11PM CST until December 28 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 2:11 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the High Wind Warning, north winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph and blowing snow expected. * WHERE...Southern Cook County. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 AM CST Sunday. For the High Wind Warning, from 6 PM Sunday to 6 PM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. In areas where temperatures are near or below freezing, the fog could result in icy roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. Expect areas of rapid visibility reductions from blowing snow Sunday afternoon and overnight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dense fog is mainly expected up the hillside, along the ridgeline and into the higher terrain of the North Shore. Little to no fog is possible along the shorelines. Blowing snow is likely Sunday afternoon and overnight as moderate to heavy snowfall is expected.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights and fog lights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
High Wind Warning issued December 28 at 12:08AM CST until December 29 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:15 PM
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the High Wind Warning, north winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph and blowing snow expected. * WHERE...Southern Cook County. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 AM CST early this morning. For the High Wind Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. In areas where temperatures are near or below freezing, the fog could result in icy roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. Expect areas of rapid visibility reductions from blowing snow Sunday afternoon and overnight.
Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights and fog lights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Dense Fog Advisory issued December 28 at 12:08AM CST until December 28 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Duluth MN
Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:15 PM
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the High Wind Warning, north winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph and blowing snow expected. * WHERE...Southern Cook County. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 AM CST early this morning. For the High Wind Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. In areas where temperatures are near or below freezing, the fog could result in icy roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. Expect areas of rapid visibility reductions from blowing snow Sunday afternoon and overnight.
Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights and fog lights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 23.8°F
Average Humidity: 93%
Wind: 14.5 mph
UV Index: 0
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.99 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.08 μg/m3
Ozone: 43.04 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:07 AM
Sunset: 4:21 PM
Daylight: 8 hrs 25 mins
Moon Transit: 6:56 PM
Moonset: 12:55 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 63.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:49 AM - 8:19 AM6:26 PM - 8:56 PM
Minor Periods
11:27 AM - 12:57 AM12:25 AM - 1:55 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 3.3°F
Average Humidity: 73%
Wind: 17.2 mph
UV Index: 0.1
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.11 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.96 μg/m3
Ozone: 72.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:08 AM
Sunset: 4:22 PM
Daylight: 8 hrs 26 mins
Moon Transit: 7:49 PM
Moonset: 2:16 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 73.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:39 AM - 9:09 AM7:19 PM - 9:49 PM
Minor Periods
11:47 AM - 1:17 PM1:46 AM - 3:16 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 8.9°F
Average Humidity: 78%
Wind: 12.5 mph
UV Index: 0.1
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.5 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.1 μg/m3
Ozone: 71.72 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:08 AM
Sunset: 4:23 PM
Daylight: 8 hrs 27 mins
Moon Transit: 8:46 PM
Moonset: 3:41 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 82.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
7:34 AM - 10:04 AM8:16 PM - 10:46 PM
Minor Periods
12:13 AM - 1:43 PM3:11 AM - 4:41 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: -1.1°F
Average Humidity: 87%
Wind: 13.2 mph
UV Index: 0.1
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.65 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.03 μg/m3
Ozone: 73.4 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:09 AM
Sunset: 4:23 PM
Daylight: 8 hrs 28 mins
Moon Transit: 9:49 PM
Moonset: 5:08 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 90.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
8:34 AM - 11:04 AM9:19 PM - 11:49 PM
Minor Periods
12:48 AM - 2:18 PM4:38 AM - 6:08 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: -10.5°F
Average Humidity: 88%
Wind: 13.4 mph
UV Index: 0
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.4 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1 μg/m3
Ozone: 74.62 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:09 AM
Sunset: 4:24 PM
Daylight: 8 hrs 29 mins
Moon Transit: 10:55 PM
Moonset: 6:32 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 96.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:39 AM - 12:09 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Minor Periods
1:39 PM - 3:09 PM6:02 AM - 7:32 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
