🌅 Crisp fall morning gives way to sunshine and a warming trend through midweek
DRYDEN – WEATHER – It’s a cool, clear start to the day across Dryden and Vermilion Bay, with early morning temperatures hovering just above freezing. Fog patches are slowly lifting, and a stretch of sunny, mild weather is on tap through the day.
Expect a shift to stronger southerly winds on Thursday, followed by a chance of showers Thursday night and into the weekend.
🌤 Current Conditions (as of 5:00 AM CDT – Dryden Airport)
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Temperature: 1.3°C
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Dew Point: 0.0°C
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Humidity: 91%
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Wind: South 9 km/h
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Pressure: 102.9 kPa (steady)
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Condition: Mainly Clear
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Visibility: 16 km
📅 Wednesday, October 8 Forecast
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Morning: Patchy fog dissipating; sunshine takes over
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Afternoon: Mild and bright with light winds increasing slightly
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Wind: Becoming southwest 20 km/h late this morning
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High: 14°C
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UV Index: 3 (moderate)
🌙 Tonight
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Skies: Clear and calm
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Low: +5°C
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Wind: Light
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Perfect for: Evening walks or stargazing under a crisp autumn sky
🌞 Thursday, October 9
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Morning: Sunny start, increasing cloudiness near noon
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Winds: Becoming south 30 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h — breezy and warm
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High: 18°C
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UV Index: 3 (moderate)
Thursday Night:
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Cloudy, with a 40% chance of showers developing overnight
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Low: 7°C
☀️ Friday, October 10
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Mainly sunny, calm and pleasant
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High: 16°C
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Night: Clear skies, Low: +5°C
🌤️ Saturday, October 11
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Sunny to start, with increasing clouds late in the day
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High: 18°C
Saturday Night:
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Cloudy periods, 60% chance of showers
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Low: 9°C
☁️ Sunday, October 12
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Cloudy, with a 60% chance of showers
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High: 16°C
Sunday Night:
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Continued chance of showers
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Low: 7°C
👕 Wardrobe & Outdoor Tips
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Today:
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Dress in layers — chilly morning, comfortable afternoon
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Great day for fall yard work or travel
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Thursday:
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Windy — secure outdoor items and expect blustery conditions
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Light rain gear may be useful overnight
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Weekend:
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Generally mild with on-and-off showers — a good time to plan indoor activities or short outdoor breaks between showers
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🌾 Weather Summary Table
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Chance of Rain | Wind Gusts |
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| Wed 8 | Sunny, calm | 14°C / +5°C | 0% | 20 km/h (SW) |
| Thu 9 | Cloud increasing, windy | 18°C / 7°C | 40% (night) | 50 km/h (S) |
| Fri 10 | Sunny, calm | 16°C / +5°C | 0% | Light |
| Sat 11 | Sunny → showers overnight | 18°C / 9°C | 60% (night) | Light |
| Sun 12 | Cloudy, scattered showers | 16°C / 7°C | 60% | Moderate S wind |
🌤 Weather Trivia
Did you know?
Dryden and Vermilion Bay typically see their first measurable frost in late September, but thanks to clear skies and warm southerly flow this week, the region is enjoying a brief mid-October warm spell — a classic “second summer”for Northwestern Ontario.
A stretch of comfortable fall weather continues — enjoy the sunshine before weekend showers move in. Stay tuned to the NetNewsLedger Weather Desk for ongoing updates.
