Chatham-Kent, Ontario Weather
Chatham-Kent, Ontario — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, ECCC alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for Chatham-Kent in Kent.
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About Chatham-Kent, Ontario
Chatham-Kent is a city in Kent, Ontario, Canada. With a population of 103,988, Chatham-Kent is a major urban centre in Ontario. Chatham-Kent is located at 42.4340°N, 82.1288°W. It observes Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4). Postal code area: N7M.
Chatham-Kent occupies a flat and fertile expanse of southwestern Ontario, where the horizon stretches wide under a sky that shifts from bruised violet to pale gold as the sun retreats. It lies 57.6 km north-east of Leamington, ON (from Leamington, ON: bearing 42°T), and is situated 6.3 km north-east of Chatham. The terrain finds a rare variation at the Klondike Hill, a rise that breaks the otherwise consistent level of the surrounding fields. Through this low-lying landscape, the Thames River carves a slow, deliberate path, its dark waters holding the reflection of passing clouds and the occasional silhouette of a heron. In the transition between afternoon and evening, the air thickens with the scent of damp earth and coming rain, a quiet reminder of the deep, black soil that defines the physical character of the land. Agriculture serves as the backbone of Chatham-Kent, dictating the seasonal pulse of the local economy with fields of corn, soybeans, and tomatoes that define the view for miles. The region maintains a long history of processing these harvests, with canning facilities and manufacturing plants anchoring the industrial base that has supported generations of families. This focus on production creates a steady, predictable momentum, where the movement of heavy machinery and the transport of goods along established routes dictate the daily activity. The hard work of cultivation and technical industry persists here, grounded in the necessity of providing for the wider province while keeping the local economy aligned with the rhythms of the seasons. The cultural identity of Chatham-Kent reflects a blend of early settlement history and a resilience born from its position in the agricultural heartland. Landmarks throughout the region preserve stories of past industry and the diverse groups who settled near the Thames River to build their lives. Notable figures, including the acclaimed jazz musician Oscar Peterson, spent time in the region, leaving behind a legacy that resonates within the local appreciation for music and the arts. Today, the pace of life remains steady, marked by community gatherings and an enduring respect for the land, ensuring that the character of Chatham-Kent stays firm and clear, shaped by the people who continue to work and live within its expansive borders.
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| Location | Chatham-Kent, Kent, Ontario |
| Coordinates | 42.43396°N, 82.12876°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4) |
| Postal FSA | N7M |
| Area Code | 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Chatham-Kent, Ontario Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Chatham-Kent, Ontario, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Chatham-Kent includes coordinates 42.433960°N, 82.128760°W, situated in Kent. Postal FSA: N7M. Telephone area code: 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905. Timezone: Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.