A Crisp Morning Kickoff with Sun-Filled Warmth to Follow
A Calm and Cool Start Across Northwestern Ontario
Good morning, Dryden and Vermilion Bay! At 5:00 AM CDT this Thursday, May 8, the day begins under clear skies and a fresh spring chill with the temperature sitting at 2.7°C at Dryden Airport. Winds from the south are picking up at 15 km/h, and with 76% humidity in the air, it still feels like the kind of morning that demands a jacket. The barometric pressure sits at a stable 102.8 kPa, signaling that while today will be lovely, some changes may be on the way for the weekend.
Don’t let the cool air fool you — this morning’s frostiness will quickly be a thing of the past. Sunny skies will dominate today’s forecast, and with winds picking up from the south at 20 km/h and gusting to 40 km/h, we’ll see the temperature rise steadily to a pleasant high of 18°C. The UV index is expected to hit 7, which is high — so even though you might start the day in long sleeves, sunscreen is still a must.
Tonight: Clear Skies, Mild Temperatures, and a Bit More Cloud by Morning
Tonight brings continued calm and clear conditions early on, with clouds starting to roll in closer to sunrise. Winds will ease to light speeds after sunset, and the overnight low will be a mild 12°C — practically patio weather for spring in the northwest.
Looking Ahead: From Mild to Tropical by Sunday
Friday clears out quickly after some early morning cloud, setting the stage for a warm, breezy day. Winds will shift to the northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40, keeping the air fresh but still allowing temperatures to rise to 23°C. Friday night remains clear and cooler, dipping to a comfortable low of 7°C.
Saturday will bring a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 18°C — perfect weather for a day outside or a trip into the bush. Cloudy periods and a 40% chance of showers move in by night, with a low around 9°C.
And then comes Sunday — and it’s packing some serious heat. Expect a mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of showers and a high soaring to 30°C. It’s rare May weather for the region, so plan on ice cream, shade, and maybe a dip in the lake (if you’re brave). Sunday night stays mild, with a low of 13°C and more cloud cover.
What to Wear Today
Bundle up this morning with a warm jacket or fleece, but switch to lighter layers by lunchtime. With gusty winds and strong sun, a windbreaker, sunglasses, and sunscreen are smart choices. It’s a “layers on, layers off” kind of spring day.
Historic Weather Trivia
On this day in Dryden’s history, the record high was a toasty 27.1°C, set in 1987. On the other end of the thermometer, the coldest May 8 saw the mercury drop to -4.7°C in 1963. Today’s forecast lands somewhere perfectly in the middle — but that 30°C coming Sunday might just rewrite a few records.
