DRYDEN – WEATHER – Vermilion Bay and Dryden are waking up to light snow and chilly temperatures of -11°C this Friday morning, setting the stage for a weekend that begins with cold conditions but promises a gradual warm-up.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
The Dryden Airport reports light snowfall and a temperature of -10.8°C as of 5:00 AM CST. The atmospheric pressure is steady at 102.5 kPa, with humidity levels high at 88%.
A light west-northwest wind is blowing at 9 km/h, contributing to a wind chill of -16°C and visibility is reduced to 16 km due to the snow.
Historical Context
For Vermilion Bay and Dryden, the current conditions are characteristic of early March, where fluctuating temperatures and occasional snowfalls mark the transition from winter to spring.
Expected Conditions
Today is expected to be mainly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of morning flurries. The wind will remain light at up to 15 km/h, pushing the high to -3°C. Wind chill factors will improve from -15°C in the morning to -5°C in the afternoon, under a low UV index of 2.
Weekend and Beyond
The skies will clear late this evening, leading into a night with a low of -14°C and wind chills dropping to -17°C overnight.
Saturday is forecasted to be sunny with a high of zero and morning wind chills as low as -17°C.
The clear skies continue into the night with a low of -11°C.
Sunday brings further warmth, with sunny skies and a high of 6°C, followed by a clear night and a low of -6°C.
Monday sees a mix of sun and cloud, with temperatures rising to a pleasant high of 9°C, although the night will bring cloudy periods and a low of -2°C.
Wardrobe Recommendations
In light of the forecast, residents should start the day with warm, insulated clothing to combat the cold, particularly in the mornings. As the day progresses and into the weekend, layering can be adjusted according to the warming temperatures. Hats, gloves, and scarves remain essential for comfort in the early morning and late evening hours.
Weather Trivia
Did you know that the region around Vermilion Bay and Dryden can experience significant temperature swings within a single day during the spring months? These shifts highlight the unpredictable nature of the season in Northwestern Ontario.
