Heavy Snow and Blowing Gusts Through Thursday Morning
It may be April, but winter is staging a dramatic encore in Dryden, Vermilion Bay, Red Lake Road, and Wabigoon, where a Snowfall Warning is in effect. Environment Canada is calling for 15 to 20 cm of snow, with periods of heavy snowfall and blowing snow reducing visibility and complicating travel.
Today’s Forecast: Calm Before the Snowstorm
At 4:00 AM CDT, the Dryden Airport reported cloudy skies, a temperature of -2.0°C, and a dew point of -8.6°C. Humidity is at 61%, and visibility remains moderate at 16 km. Winds are currently from the east at 11 km/h, but gusts will soon pick up. The barometric pressure is 101.3 kPa and falling, confirming that the snow system is pushing in.
Flurries may begin as early as this morning, turning into heavier snow with local blowing snow by late morning. Snowfall amounts today could reach 10 cm, with wind gusts from the east up to 50 km/h reducing visibility and making outdoor conditions downright miserable. Road surfaces and walkways will become snow-covered and slick in a hurry.
Tonight: Blustery, Snowy and Slippery
The snowfall continues through tonight, adding another 5 cm, before tapering off into flurries near dawn. Winds remain strong until around midnight, when they will finally ease. Overnight lows will dip to -3°C, with a wind chill near -9°C, keeping the landscape icy into the early hours.
Thursday: Clearing Slowly with a Hint of Sunshine
Thursday starts off cloudy with a 40% chance of lingering flurries, but skies will begin to clear by late morning. Winds will be light, and the high is expected to reach +6°C, a welcome warm-up after a snowy stretch. Roads may still be slushy or snow-packed, so morning travel could remain tricky.
Looking Ahead: Still a Bit of Winter in the Wind
Friday continues with a mix of sun and cloud and a 30% chance of flurries or light rain, with highs around +6°C. Saturday will keep that unsettled feel alive with more flurries possible and a high near +3°C. Overnight lows remain chilly, ranging from -10°C to -12°C.
Historic April 2 Weather in Dryden
On this date, Dryden has recorded everything from +17.2°C (1987) to -23.9°C (1965)—a true northern Ontario spring rollercoaster. Today’s forecast of heavy snow and gusty winds fits right into that unpredictable April legacy.
What to Wear: Full-On Snow Mode
Break out the snow gear—insulated jackets, snow pants, waterproof boots, gloves, and scarves. Today is no time to flirt with spring fashion. With gusty winds and snow coming down hard, face protection like a hood or balaclava isn’t a bad idea, either.
Dryden Weather Trivia: Spring’s Notorious False Starts
Did you know? Dryden averages 27 cm of snow in April—and this storm alone could serve up nearly an entire month’s worth in just 24 hours. It’s not unusual for winter to swing back for one last word, even when spring is on the calendar.
