Frosty Morning, but Sunshine’s on the Way
Dryden & Vermilion Bay, ON – Sunday, March 30, 2025 – While southern Ontario is wrapped in ice, things are looking bright—albeit brisk—in Dryden and Vermilion Bay. The region is enjoying mainly clear skies this morning with a current temperature of -9.5°C, as observed at Dryden Airport at 5:00 AM CDT. But don’t let the clarity fool you—a wind chill of -15°C reminds us that winter still has a say in things.
Sunny Mix with a Side of Wind Chill
The humidity sits at 60%, and barometric pressure is at 102.2 kPa and falling slightly, signaling a gentle atmospheric shift. Winds from the east-northeast at 11 km/h are light for now but will pick up to 20 km/h later this morning.
Today’s high will climb to -1°C, and the sky will offer a friendly mix of sun and cloud. However, it’s not quite patio weather yet: wind chills will dip to -14°C this morning, rising only to -5°C this afternoon. The UV index is 4, so while the air bites, the sunshine still packs a bit of punch—wear sunscreen if you’re out for a while.
Tonight and Monday: Clear Skies, Crisp Nights
Tonight brings mainly cloudy skies early, then clearing late in the evening. The northeast wind will ease off to light, and temperatures will drop to -14°C with an overnight wind chill of -16°C. If you’re camping out or stargazing—bundle up.
Monday continues the partly sunny theme with a high of -2°C. The wind swings around from the northwest at 20 km/h by midday. Expect a wind chill of -17°C in the morning, rising to -6°C by the afternoon. Monday night will be clear and cold, with a low of -17°C.
Tuesday offers hope for the winter-weary, bringing sunshine and a high of +2°C. Cloudy periods return Tuesday night with a 30% chance of flurries, and a low of -7°C—not too bad by northwestern Ontario standards.
Dress Code: Keep It Cozy
Today’s attire should still scream full-on winter warrior. Layer up with insulated coats, warm hats, gloves, and waterproof boots—especially if you’re venturing out in the early morning or late evening. While the sun will be out, you’ll definitely feel that wind if you’re not dressed right.
Historical Snapshot: March Extremes in Dryden
On March 30th, Dryden has experienced a record high of 12.4°C back in 1998—a springlike tease. In contrast, the record low dropped to -32.0°C in 1964. Today’s weather lands in the safe middle of that chilly spectrum.
Dryden Weather Trivia
Did you know that Dryden is often one of the first towns in Northwestern Ontario to see spring temperatures, thanks to its slightly lower elevation and location along the Trans-Canada? But don’t hold your breath—spring here tends to sneak in rather than make a grand entrance.
