Fog clears to sun today, then a quick round of showers Friday night before a gorgeous, warm fall weekend ahead

Dryden and Vermilion Bay are off to a calm and mainly clear start this Thursday morning, with fog patches slowly lifting and mild temperatures already in place. A mix of sun and cloud is expected today with seasonal warmth, and while Friday night brings a brief round of showers, the weekend will offer plenty of sunshine and well-above-average temperatures for late September.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions

As of 7:00 AM CDT from Dryden Airport, the temperature is 13.9°C under mainly clear skies. The dew point sits at 12.2°C, giving us a relative humidity of 90%, and contributing to some patchy fog, which is already beginning to clear.

Winds are from the south-southwest at 15 km/h, shifting west then north later today as a weak frontal system passes.
Barometric pressure is 101.0 kPa, holding steady for now.

Forecast for Thursday:

• Fog patches clearing by mid-morning.

• Becoming a mix of sun and cloud.

• Winds shifting to the north at 20 km/h this afternoon.

• High of 22°C, with a humidex of 25°C.

• UV index: 4 (moderate).

Tonight:

• Clear skies, with winds becoming light in the evening.

• Low near +5°C — a crisp and cool fall night.

Extended Forecast: Friday to Monday

Friday, September 26:

• Sunny and calm for most of the day.

• High of 20°C, with another pleasant afternoon ahead.

• UV index: 5 (moderate).

• Night: Showers developing, as a quick-moving system brings moisture.
  Low: 9°C.

Saturday, September 27:

• Showers clear early, followed by sunny skies.
  High of 21°C — warm and bright.

• Night: Clear and cool, with a low of 7°C.

Sunday, September 28:

• Sunny and warm, with a high of 24°C — above seasonal for late September.

• Night: Clear skies, and a low near 10°C.

Monday, September 29:

• A mix of sun and cloud, with another high of 24°C.

• Night: Cloudy periods, low around 12°C.

Wardrobe Recommendations

This week brings classic fall layering weather, with warm afternoons and crisp nights:

• Today & Friday:

  • Mornings: A light jacket or sweater is ideal as fog clears.

  • Afternoons: Short sleeves or breathable layers with temperatures feeling close to 25°C.

  • Evenings: Bundle up with a sweater or fleece as lows dip into the single digits.

• Saturday to Monday:

  • Perfect outdoor weather — dress comfortably for sunny, mild days and cool nights.

  • Great time for hiking, biking, or fall photo shoots.

Weather Trivia

Did you know?
Dryden and Vermilion Bay can often experience one final warm stretch in late September, known colloquially as a “false summer” or “Indian summer.” With highs forecast to reach 24°C on both Sunday and Monday, this weekend may go down as one of the warmest final weekends of September in recent years. Enjoy it — October’s chill isn’t far off!

Make the most of this beautiful fall weather—and follow the NetNewsLedger Weather Desk for daily updates and weekend planning tips!