Today’s Outlook: Spring Sunshine in Full Force
DRYDEN & VERMILION BAY – Good morning, sunshine lovers! It’s a bright and beautiful start to Saturday here in Dryden and Vermilion Bay, with a crisp 1.9°C reading at Dryden Airport as of 6:00 AM CDT. If you’re stepping outside, it’s sweater weather for now, but big warmups are on the horizon.
The barometric pressure stands at 102.8 kPa and steady, telling us that today’s glorious weather isn’t going anywhere fast. Humidity is sitting at a comfy 75%, so your hair might actually behave itself for once. Winds are coming in gently from the south-southeast at 9 km/h, perfect for a lazy stroll with a coffee in hand. Visibility is good at 16 km, so you’ll have no trouble spotting that first patio that’s open for business.
Today’s forecast calls for all-day sunshine, with winds becoming more spirited from the southwest at 20 km/h this afternoon. Temperatures will climb beautifully to a high of 17°C. The UV index will reach 5, so if you’re spending any real time outside, a bit of sunscreen wouldn’t go amiss.
Looking back in time, Dryden’s record highs for April 26 hit an impressive 24.0°C in 1980, while the record lows plunged to -11.0°C in 1956. Today’s warmth is far closer to the “let’s barbecue” side of things!
Tonight will stay clear for a while before clouding over after midnight. Winds will ease off this evening, and the temperature will dip gently to +3°C.
Sunday: Clouds Take Over
Sunday brings a change of pace with mostly cloudy skies and a 40% chance of showers popping up in the afternoon. Winds will strengthen from the south at 20 km/h and could gust up to 40 km/h by noon. The high will be cooler than today at around 10°C. The UV index will be lower at 3, but don’t let your guard down if you’re outside for long periods.
Sunday night continues with cloudy skies and a higher 60% chance of rain showers. Temperatures will stay relatively mild with a low around 6°C.
Monday: Rain… and Maybe Snow?!
Monday continues the soggy trend with periods of rain and a high around 12°C. But wait — it wouldn’t be a true Ontario spring without a little surprise. Monday night will bring a drop in temperatures to -4°C, turning some of that rain into snow. Brace yourself: winter might not be quite ready to say goodbye.
Tuesday: Flurries Flirt with the Forecast
Tuesday offers a mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of lingering flurries. The high will struggle to reach 8°C — a chilly reminder that April still has a few tricks up its sleeve. By Tuesday night, skies will clear out, and the temperature will dip to a frosty -5°C.
What to Wear?
Today calls for light spring clothes: think a t-shirt under a light jacket. Sunday will need a rain jacket on standby, and by Monday night into Tuesday — better dust off those mittens and a warmer coat!
Dryden and Vermilion Bay Weather Trivia:
Did you know? Dryden is Ontario’s smallest city by population but one of the mightiest when it comes to beautiful lake views — and dramatic spring weather shifts!
