Pikangikum, Ontario Weather
Pikangikum, 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 Pikangikum in Kenora.
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About Pikangikum, Ontario
Pikangikum is a locality in Kenora, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Pikangikum is located at 51.8063°N, 93.9891°W. It observes Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4). Postal code area: P0X.
Pikangikum rests within a landscape defined by the persistent, cold movement of the Berens River. It lies 88.3 km north of Red Lake, ON (from Red Lake, ON: bearing 353°T), and is situated 38.9 km south-east of Poplar Hill. The waters of the Berens River dictate the pulse of the land, carving a path through the dense, northern terrain that surrounds the settlement. Only a kilometer away, the stillness of Peekahchekahmeewee Sahkaheekahn/Pikangikum Lake offers a profound contrast to the flowing current, its surface often mirroring the vast, unblemished sky. During the long winters, the air turns sharp and crystalline, holding a stillness that seems to press against the trees and the edges of the dwellings, while the brief summers bring a light that lingers late into the evening, illuminating the rugged, rocky ground with an amber glow. For generations, the people of Pikangikum have maintained a deep connection to this environment, relying on the land and the waterways for their livelihood and sustenance. The economy is rooted in traditional practices, including trapping, fishing, and hunting, which continue to provide both food and a link to ancestral ways of life. While modern infrastructure and small-scale enterprise have emerged, the daily existence of those living in Pikangikum remains shaped by the seasonal shifts of the north, requiring a resilient pragmatism in the face of the changing ice and the demands of the wilderness. The cultural identity of Pikangikum is grounded in the Anishinaabe heritage, which informs the local traditions, language, and the values passed down through the families of the region. Elders play a central role in preserving the oral histories that explain the significance of the Berens River and the surrounding forests, ensuring that the knowledge of the past remains present in the minds of the youth. Life here moves according to the necessities of the climate, creating a collective experience that prioritizes kinship and the endurance of a shared history in a remote, beautiful setting.
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| Location | Pikangikum, Kenora, Ontario |
| Coordinates | 51.806312°N, 93.989068°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4) |
| Postal FSA | P0X |
| 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 Pikangikum, Ontario Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Pikangikum, 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 Pikangikum includes coordinates 51.806312°N, 93.989068°W, situated in Kenora. Postal FSA: P0X. 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.