DRYDEN – WEATHER – After a stretch of heat warnings and thunderstorms, Dryden and Vermilion Bay settle into a more seasonable and comfortable weekend. The skies are clearing, humidity has dropped, and the temperatures are ideal for outdoor plans.
Though there’s a slight chance of morning showers, conditions are improving rapidly.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions – 7:00 AM CDT
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Temperature: 19.9°C
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Humidity: 70%
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Wind: North at 8 km/h
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Pressure: 101.0 kPa
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Visibility: 16 km
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Sky: Cloudy, with sunshine expected by noon
Forecast Details
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Morning: 40% chance of lingering showers, especially in low-lying areas
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Afternoon: Clearing with a mix of sun and cloud, becoming mainly sunny
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High: 24°C | Humidex: 27
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Winds: North 20 km/h
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UV Index: 8 – Very High
Tomorrow’s Forecast
Sunday, July 6
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Morning: Sunny, becoming a mix of sun and cloud by late morning
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Wind: Northeast 20 km/h, easing to light
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High: 23°C
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UV Index: 8 – Very High
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Night: Cloudy with a 30% chance of showers, low of 14°C
Monday, July 7
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A mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of showers
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High: 24°C | Low: 14°C
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Continued seasonal and mild
Wardrobe Recommendations
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Today: Light clothing like short sleeves and jeans or shorts are perfect. Bring a light jacket for early morning or breezy areas.
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Sunday & Monday: Sunscreen and sunglasses are essential, especially with the UV index remaining high. Keep a light sweater for cool evenings.
Health & Safety Tips
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UV Caution: With the UV index at 8, skin protection is vital even on partly cloudy days—reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.
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Hydration: The weather is less intense than earlier this week, but staying hydrated remains important when active outdoors.
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Thunderstorm Watch Ends: No immediate storm threats, but check conditions if traveling further east or north.
Weather Trivia
Did you know? Dryden holds the record for one of Northwestern Ontario’s hottest July days—36.7°C back in 1936 during the Dust Bowl years. Today’s mild 24°C is much more manageable!
