A Chilly Start Turns into Springtime Perfection by Easter
Flurries and Showers for Good Friday, Then Sunshine and Double-Digit Highs
DRYDEN – WEATHER UPDATE – The Easter Bunny might need to dodge a few flurries on his way through Dryden and Vermilion Bay, but by Sunday, spring will finally make a sunny appearance. The weekend begins with misty skies, some stubborn cloud cover, and chilly winds—but don’t worry, a warm rebound is on the way.
As of 5:34 AM CDT at Dryden Airport, the morning air is heavy with mist and a damp 0.3°C. With a matching dew point and full humidity at 100%, visibility is reduced to just 3 km. Winds are out of the north-northwest at 8 km/h, and barometric pressure is holding at 100.9 kPa, with subtle signs of change in the atmosphere.
Good Friday – Cloudy with a Mix of Flurries and Showers
Today’s forecast keeps things grey and moody. Expect cloudy skies with a 40% chance of morning flurries, transitioning into a similar chance of rain showers this afternoon. Fog patches should clear by late morning, but don’t expect the sunshine to make a grand entrance just yet. Winds will shift westward and pick up to 20 km/h by late afternoon. The high for the day will be +4°C, with a low UV index of 2.
Friday Night – Flurries Return, and the Chill Deepens
Tonight will remain cloudy with a 40% chance of rain showers changing over to flurries as temperatures dip. Winds will settle down overnight, but not before delivering a brisk westward breeze. The low will hit -4°C with a wind chill making it feel closer to -9°C—so if you’re out stargazing or sneaking treats into Easter baskets, bundle up accordingly.
Saturday – Still Cloudy, But Slightly Milder
Saturday continues with cloud cover and a 40% chance of flurries in the early morning. Winds will remain light—up to 15 km/h—and temperatures will climb to a high of +6°C. Wind chills in the morning could still make it feel like -8°C, but it’s a step in the right direction. The UV index will rise to a moderate 3.
Saturday night brings a much-needed clearing trend and a low of -2°C. The skies will be clear, setting up for a picture-perfect Easter Sunday.
Easter Sunday – Sunshine and a Springtime Breakthrough
Break out the Easter dresses and the sunglasses—Sunday will be the winner of the weekend. With bright, sunny skies and a high of 12°C, it’s the ideal setup for egg hunts, family walks, and patio brunches. Sunday night sees increasing cloud cover but remains mild with a low of +2°C.
Looking into Monday, the skies will be mostly cloudy, but the warm streak continues with another high near 12°C. Monday night stays mild with cloudy periods and a low of +1°C—perfect for squeezing in one last evening outdoors before heading back to reality.
What to Wear
Today and Saturday still call for a winter coat, gloves, and waterproof footwear in case of surprise flurries or showers. By Sunday, you’ll be safe in a lighter spring jacket and maybe even ditch the mitts—just keep a sweater close for the evening cooldown.
Historic Weather Note
Dryden has seen a wide range of Easter weekend weather over the years. On April 18, temperatures have ranged from -16.2°C to a toasty 20.7°C. This weekend’s forecast, with a sunny 12°C high on Easter Sunday, lands firmly on the “thank goodness it’s not snowing” side of the spectrum.
Did You Know?
Dryden and Vermilion Bay’s spring weather often features a stubborn tug-of-war between lingering Arctic air and southern warmth. This makes April one of the region’s most variable months—great for weather nerds, slightly maddening for patio planners.
