Winter Keeps Its Grip on Dryden, Vermilion Bay, and Highway 17
It’s another frosty morning in Dryden, Vermilion Bay, and along Highway 17, with temperatures currently sitting at -25.1°C as of 6:00 AM CST. The skies are cloudy, and the air feels even chillier thanks to a westerly wind at 9 km/h, driving the wind chill down to a bone-numbing -33. Humidity is at 78%, and the barometric pressure is steady at 102.9 kPa. Visibility is decent at 16 kilometers, though you might not want to linger outdoors for too long in these frigid conditions.
Tuesday’s Forecast: Cloudy with a Side of Frostbite
Today, expect a mix of sun and cloud, with a slight 30% chance of flurries this morning. Winds will stay light, reaching up to 15 km/h. Temperatures will climb slightly to a high of -17°C, but the wind chill will make it feel like -30 this morning and -21 this afternoon. Frostbite risks remain high, so don’t leave any skin uncovered if you’re venturing outside. The UV index is a low 1, so sunscreen can take the day off, but a scarf to shield your face from the biting cold is highly recommended.
Tonight, partly cloudy skies will blanket the region as the temperature plunges to -23°C. Wind chill values will hover around -26 this evening before dropping to a frosty -32 overnight. Once again, frostbite risks are front and center—make sure to bundle up if you’re heading out.
Midweek Weather: Snowy Wednesday on Tap
Wednesday will bring a shift in the weather, with cloudy skies and snow beginning in the morning. Accumulations of 2 to 4 cm are expected, and winds will pick up, blowing southwest at 20 km/h and gusting to 40 km/h. The high temperature will rise to -6°C, but the morning wind chill of -32 will keep things feeling bitterly cold. By afternoon, the wind chill will improve to a relatively balmy -14.
Snow will continue Wednesday night as temperatures hold steady around -5°C. Roads and sidewalks may become slick, so caution is advised if you’re out and about.
Extended Outlook: A Snowy Pattern
On Thursday, a 40% chance of flurries lingers in the forecast with a high of -3°C. More snow is expected Thursday night, with a low of -9°C.
Friday keeps the wintry theme alive, with periods of snow and a high of -10°C. By Friday night, skies will partially clear, but temperatures will drop sharply to a frigid -23°C, reminding everyone that winter isn’t going anywhere soon.
What to Wear
Dress like you’re preparing for an arctic expedition! Start with thermal base layers, followed by a warm sweater and a heavy winter coat. Insulated boots, thick mittens, and a toque are must-haves, along with a scarf to cover your face. Frostbite can occur within minutes in these temperatures, so leave no skin exposed!
Weather Trivia: The Coldest January in Dryden History
Did you know Dryden’s coldest recorded temperature in January was a teeth-chattering -46.7°C, set on January 15, 1966? While today’s -33 wind chill feels brutal, it’s nowhere near that record-breaking freeze!
Weather as Condensed as Canned Milk
Frigid temperatures continue in Dryden and Vermilion Bay, with frostbite risks and snow expected Wednesday. Stay warm as wind chills drop to -33°C today!
