Vermilion Bay and Dryden can expect a sunny start today, but should be prepared for a shift to rainy and snowy conditions by Thursday.

Today’s Forecast: Sunny with a Brisk Wind

As of 4:40 am CST at the Dryden Airport, the temperature is a cool +2°C under mainly sunny skies. The wind is picking up, becoming southwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h in the morning, and then expected to lighten by the afternoon. The high for today is predicted to be +4°C, but with a wind chill of -7°C in the morning.

Wardrobe Suggestion: A warm jacket is advisable for the morning due to the wind chill, but you might want to opt for lighter layers as the day progresses and the sun remains out.

Tonight’s Outlook: Clouds Gathering

The evening will see increasing cloudiness. The wind will shift to the south at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, before becoming light later in the evening. The low temperature is expected to be around +1°C.

Wardrobe Suggestion: Prepare for a cooler evening with a medium-weight jacket, especially considering the windy conditions earlier in the night.

Thursday’s Weather: Transition to Rain and Snow

Thursday’s forecast indicates cloudy skies with rain beginning in the morning and changing to snow in the afternoon. Local snowfall amounts could reach 2 to 4 cm. The wind will become northwest at 30 km/h, gusting up to 60 km/h in the afternoon. The high temperature will be +4°C, but it will fall to zero in the afternoon.

Wardrobe Suggestion: Dress in waterproof and warm clothing to prepare for the rain and snow. Boots, a heavy coat, and a hat or beanie will be necessary to handle the colder, wetter conditions.

Final Recommendations: While today offers sunny weather in Vermilion Bay and Dryden, residents should gear up for the changeable conditions expected by Thursday, with rain and snow on the way. Staying informed with the latest weather updates and dressing appropriately for both the current sunny conditions and the incoming colder, wet weather is key to staying comfortable and safe.