A Frigid Start to the Day
DRYDEN – WEATHER – Residents of Vermilion Bay, Dryden, and Wabigoon face a frosty morning with temperatures at -20°C and light snow reducing visibility to just 5 km. The wind from the northwest at 18 km/h amplifies the chill to a biting -30°C.
With a dew point of -23.2°C, humidity at 78%, and a barometric pressure of 101.6 kPa, the air feels dry and unforgiving.
Periods of light snow are expected to end this morning, giving way to mainly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries throughout the day.
Winds will shift to the north at 20 km/h, keeping the high temperature steady at -17°C. The wind chill will remain severe, near -32°C this morning and easing slightly to -27°C this afternoon. Frostbite risk is high, so take precautions when heading outdoors.
Tonight: Clear Skies, Deeper Freeze
Tonight brings partly cloudy skies, with a lingering 40% chance of early evening flurries. Winds will hold steady at 20 km/h from the northwest, driving temperatures down to a frigid low of -27°C. The wind chill will plunge to a dangerous -39°C overnight, making frostbite a serious concern within minutes of exposure.
Thursday: Bright but Bitterly Cold
Thursday will feature a mix of sun and cloud, gradually turning sunny in the morning. Despite the sunny skies, the temperatures will struggle to reach a high of -21°C. Winds will lighten, but the wind chill will remain brutal at -39°C in the morning, easing to -30°C by afternoon. Once again, frostbite risks will be high, so bundle up.
The night will be clear, with temperatures dipping to -25°C, adding another bitterly cold evening to the week.
Friday: Sunshine Returns
Friday will be sunny, with a daytime high of -20°C and slightly milder nighttime temperatures dipping to -18°C under partly cloudy skies. The end of the week offers a bit more light but no thaw in sight.
Historic Weather Trivia for December 11
The warmest December 11 recorded in Dryden reached a mild 6.5°C, while the coldest plunged to a bone-chilling -38.4°C. Today’s cold conditions fall right in line with the region’s frosty reputation.
What to Wear: Subzero Survival
Prepare for arctic conditions with layered thermal clothing, heavy coats, insulated gloves, and a hat. Don’t leave home without a scarf or balaclava to protect your face, as frostbite can strike quickly in wind chills nearing -40°C.
