Vermilion Bay and Dryden experienced a particularly cold start this Family Day, with temperatures at the Dryden Airport reaching -22°C at 7:30 AM. The wind chill made it feel even colder, at -29°C, under partly cloudy skies. Winds from the ENE at 9 km/h and a steady barometer at 102.2 kPa indicate stable but cold weather conditions. The humidity level is high at 82%, adding to the day’s biting cold feel.

Despite the frigid start, the day promises sunny skies, with wind speeds expected to reach up to 15 km/h. The high for the day is forecasted at -5°C, with the wind chill improving slightly from -25°C in the morning to -7°C in the afternoon. The UV index remains low at 1, reflecting the minimal intensity of the sun during this time of year.

Tonight, the clear skies continue, and the wind chill is expected to drop again, reaching -12°C in the evening and -17°C overnight. The low temperature for the night is forecasted at -12°C, underlining the need for warm, protective clothing for anyone planning to be outdoors.

The weather trend for the next couple of days suggests sunny skies becoming increasingly cloudy around noon on Tuesday. The high is slightly warmer at -1°C, with the wind chill feeling like -18°C in the morning and improving to -3°C in the afternoon. The UV index will remain low.

By Wednesday, the area will see cloudier skies with a high of -2°C and a 30 percent chance of flurries both during the day and into the night. The low on Wednesday night is expected to be -12°C, continuing the week’s trend of cold nights.

For readers in Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario, this forecast highlights the diverse weather conditions across the region.

The cold snap in Vermilion Bay and Dryden, followed by sunny but cold days, mirrors the variable weather patterns typical of Canadian winters.

This serves as a reminder of the importance of staying informed about local weather conditions, especially when planning outdoor activities during holiday periods.

The gradual warming trend, albeit with increased cloudiness and chances of flurries, suggests a typical transition into late February, underscoring the need for readiness for any weather eventuality.