From Sun-Kissed Skies to Snowy Whispers by Monday
Dryden & Vermilion Bay, ON – Spring is still trying to make up its mind in this part of Northwestern Ontario. We’re off to a mild and breezy start today, but don’t be fooled — the weekend has a chilly plot twist coming. At 5:00 AM CDT, it’s 5.8°C under mostly cloudy skies at Dryden Airport. With a southerly wind at 21 km/h, the day is already feeling lively — perfect weather to dust off the patio furniture… for now.
Today: Breezy and Bright
Expect cloudy conditions early this morning with a 40% chance of showers, mostly just a light splash to start your day. Things brighten up as the morning progresses, transitioning to a mix of sun and cloud by the afternoon. The temperature is headed toward a pleasant high of 14°C, making it one of the warmer days of the week.
Winds will become southwest at 20 km/h, gusting up to 40 km/h, adding a little drama to an otherwise pleasant Saturday. The humidity is at 69%, with a dew point of 0.6°C, and visibility is currently 16 km. The barometric pressure sits at 101.3 kPa and is stable for now — though some shifting weather is on the horizon.
With a UV index of 5 (moderate), you might want to slap on a bit of sunscreen if you’re spending time outdoors.
Tonight and Sunday: Clear Skies to Cloudy Minds
Tonight will be mostly clear, but don’t let that fool you into thinking winter is done with us. Fog patches will develop near midnight, and the temperature drops to -2°C, with a wind chill of -4°C if you’re out late. Winds will ease to around 15 km/h, making it a crisp, calm night.
Sunday morning sees increasing cloudiness, and any lingering fog will clear up early. Temperatures will rise to a high of 9°C, and winds will remain light. There’s a 30% chance of showers by late afternoon, just in time to dampen your spring optimism. The UV index dips slightly to 4, but that’s still moderate enough for sun protection.
Sunday night? Things take a wintry turn again with periods of rain or snow, and an overnight low of -3°C. Yep — that’s snow… again.
Monday Forecast: Here Comes the Snow (Again)
Monday, April 14, brings periods of snow throughout the day and a high of just +2°C, with a return to -6°C overnight and a 30% chance of flurries. It’s like spring hit “pause” and winter just couldn’t resist an encore performance.
Historic Weather Snapshot for April 12
On this day in Dryden’s weather history, the record high hit a glorious 23.3°C, while the record low dropped to a teeth-chattering -15.0°C. So, today’s high of 14°C is somewhere in the happy middle — enjoy it while it lasts!
What Should You Wear?
Layer up! A light but wind-resistant jacket will do for today’s breezy conditions. By tonight, you’ll want something warmer, especially if you’re out after dark or heading out early Sunday. And if you’ve swapped out your winter boots already… maybe just keep them nearby a little longer.
Weather Wisdom from the Northwest
Did you know? Vermilion Bay was once considered for a major international airport location in the mid-1900s due to its geographic position. With weather like this, maybe the clouds had other ideas!
