A Calm and Cool Start to the Day

Dryden – Weather – Residents in Dryden and Vermilion Bay are waking up to partly cloudy skies and a cool 13°C this morning, as reported from the Dryden Airport at 5:00 AM CDT. Winds are light out of the southwest at 9 km/h, humidity is a moderate 81%, and visibility remains good at 16 km. Pressure is steady at 101.9 kPa.

☁️ Today’s Forecast: Friday, July 18

🌦️ A Mix of Sun and Cloud

• 30% chance of showers expected this afternoon.

• High: 20°C

• UV Index: 6 – High

It’s a comfortable but variable day, with some light showers possible later this afternoon. A great day to keep your umbrella within reach—but you might not need it.

🌫️ Tonight’s Forecast

• Mainly cloudy with a 30% chance of evening showers.

• Local wildfire smoke may return overnight—sensitive individuals should take precautions.

• Low: 12°C

☀️ Weekend Outlook

Saturday, July 19

• Clearing skies in the morning, giving way to sunshine.

• Smoke: Local smoke may persist.

• High: 23°C | Humidex: 26

• UV Index: 7 – High

• Night: Clear skies, Low of 11°C

Sunday, July 20

• A mix of sun and cloud

• High: 24°C

• Night: Cloudy periods, Low 13°C

Monday, July 21

• Cloudy with a 60% chance of showers

• High: 23°C

• Night: Continued chance of showers (40%), Low 17°C

👕 Wardrobe Tips

• Today: A light jacket or hoodie will be handy for the cool start. Comfortable layers are best.

• Weekend: Lightweight clothing, sunglasses, and sun protection are important, especially with high UV levels and smoke advisories.

🌫️ Weather Trivia

Did you know? Dryden, located just north of Wabigoon Lake, is one of the smallest communities in Canada with its own airport that supports Environment Canada’s live reporting. Its location also makes it particularly vulnerable to shifting smoke patterns from northern wildfires.