Damp Morning, Dry Afternoon — And a String of Sunny Days Ahead
Thursday: A Touch of Rain, Then Rays of Relief
Dryden and Vermilion Bay are off to a damp start this Thursday, June 12, with light rain falling and the temperature sitting at 7.7°C as of 7:20 AM CDT at the Dryden Airport. Humidity is at 81%, giving the morning a thick, misty feel, while the dew point rests at 4.6°C — not too muggy, just moist enough to remind us summer’s in the air. Winds from the east-southeast are blowing gently at 8 km/h, and visibility is a moderate 16 km through the rain. Barometric pressure is rising at 102.5 kPa — a promising signal that this soggy start won’t last long.
The forecast calls for a 30% chance of showers through the morning, but conditions are expected to improve by midday. A mix of sun and cloud will take over, and temperatures will climb to a comfortable high of 19°C. The UV index is a very high 8, so once the sun shows up, don’t be fooled by the cool breeze — sunscreen is still essential.
Tonight: Clearing Skies and Crisp Air
Tonight will be clear and calm with a low of 9°C. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening by the lake or just cracking open a window to let in the night air, it’s shaping up to be an ideal northern Ontario night.
Friday Through Sunday: A Perfect Weather Trifecta
Friday brings a mix of sun and cloud, a high of 21°C, and another UV index of 8. Great weather for outdoor chores or some early summer adventuring. Skies will clear again Friday night with a cooler low of 7°C — refreshing and restful.
Saturday turns up the sunshine dial with clear skies and a high of 22°C. Winds will be light, making it an excellent day for fishing, hiking, or just soaking in the views. Saturday night will be clear again with a low of 10°C.
Sunday, just in time for your weekend wind-down, brings a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 23°C. A 30% chance of showers arrives Sunday night along with some cloudier periods and a low of 13°C — just enough moisture to keep the gardens happy and the air fresh.
What to Wear
Mornings will feel a little cool, especially today, so a light jacket is still a good call. By the afternoon, short sleeves should do the trick. With consistently high UV indexes, make sure you’re packing your sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses — whether you’re running errands or heading out on the lake.
Historic Weather Trivia
On this day in Dryden’s weather history, June 12 has delivered all kinds of surprises. The record high was 31.1°C, recorded in 1961 — a far cry from today’s soggy 8°C. Meanwhile, the record low was a brisk 2.3°C in 1972. Thankfully, this year’s version is trending pleasantly in the middle — a classic northern June with just enough variety to keep things interesting.
