A Mix of Flurries, Drizzle, and Gusty Winds Ahead
Dryden and Vermilion Bay weather: Cloudy with flurries, drizzle, and gusty winds today. Temps fall to zero this afternoon. Flurries tonight with a low of -9°C
Dryden and Vermilion Bay are waking up to mostly cloudy skies and a temperature just below freezing at -0.2°C as of 6:00 AM CST. The wind chill of -5°C makes it feel colder, thanks to a west wind at 18 km/h. With humidity at 93%, the air feels damp, and conditions will remain unsettled throughout the day.
Today: Cloudy, Drizzle or Flurries, and Falling Temperatures
Skies will stay cloudy with a 40% chance of drizzle or flurries this morning, changing to a 40% chance of rain showers or flurries near noon. Winds will pick up from the west at 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h, making it feel even cooler.
Although temperatures are starting near 0°C, they will gradually drop back to freezing by this afternoon. The UV index is low at 1, meaning sunshine will be in short supply today.
Tonight: Windy and Chilly with a Chance of Flurries
Cloudy conditions continue into the night, with a 40% chance of rain showers or flurries early in the evening, shifting to just flurries overnight. Winds from the northwest at 20 km/h will lighten after midnight, but temperatures will dip to -9°C, with a wind chill near -11°C.
Tuesday, February 25: A Brief Warm-Up
The clouds stick around for Tuesday, with a 30% chance of early morning flurries. Winds will be light at up to 15 km/h, allowing temperatures to reach a high of +1°C. However, the morning wind chill of -12°C will make for a cold start.
Tuesday night stays cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries, and temperatures will hover around -3°C.
Midweek Outlook: More Flurries & a Mix of Rain and Snow
- Wednesday, February 26: Cloudy, with a 30% chance of flurries or rain showers and a high of +2°C.
- Wednesday Night: More clouds, with a 40% chance of flurries and a low of -4°C.
Travel Advisory: Watch for Changing Road Conditions
With gusty winds, falling temperatures, and a mix of rain and snow, road conditions could be slippery and variable today. If you’re driving:
- Be cautious on wet roads that may freeze as temperatures fall.
- Reduce speed in strong crosswinds, especially on open highways.
- Stay alert for patchy ice, especially in the evening.
What to Wear?
Dressing in layers is key today. A waterproof jacket will keep you dry if you get caught in drizzle or flurries, and gloves and a warm hat will help with the wind chill. By tonight, a heavier winter coat will be necessary as temperatures drop.
Dryden Weather Trivia: A True Winter Hotspot
Did you know that Dryden has recorded winter temperatures as low as -46°C? While today isn’t nearly that cold, it’s a reminder that Northwestern Ontario knows how to do winter right!
Final Thoughts: A Windy, Cool, and Cloudy Start to the Week
With a messy mix of flurries, drizzle, and gusty winds, today isn’t the prettiest winter day in Dryden or Vermilion Bay. However, a slight warm-up on Tuesday will bring a brief break before more clouds and flurries return midweek. If you’re out and about today, dress for the wind and keep an eye on the skies!
