DRYDEN – WEATHER – A damp, murky start to Friday has settled over Dryden and Vermilion Bay, with mist and very low visibility setting the tone. The bigger story through the weekend is a “slippery mix” setup—freezing drizzle risk today, then ice pellets and snow pushing in tonight and Saturday before colder air digs in for Sunday and Monday.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
As of 5:00 AM CST at Dryden Airport, it’s -6°C with mist and visibility down to 1.6 km. The air is nearly saturated—96% humidity—and the temperature and dew point are almost the same (about -6.3°C / -6.8°C), which helps explain the foggy look outside. Winds are light (WNW 4 km/h), but it still feels like -8 with the wind chill. Pressure sits near 100.8 kPa.
For the daylight hours, Environment Canada calls for cloudy skies with a 40% chance of flurries this morning and a risk of freezing drizzle. High near -4°C, with wind chill around -12 this morning easing closer to -6 this afternoon.
Tomorrow’s Forecast
Expected Conditions (Next Three Days)
Tonight (Friday night): Cloudy with a 40% chance of ice pellets before morning, plus freezing drizzle risk. Low near -9°C and wind chill near -12.
Saturday, Dec. 27: Cloudy with a 60% chance of ice pellets, with snow or ice pellets beginning late in the afternoon. Freezing drizzle risk continues through the morning and afternoon. High near -4°C, wind chill near -10. Saturday night: 60% chance of snow, low -10°C.
Sunday, Dec. 28: Cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries, high near -11°C. Sunday night stays cloudy with flurries possible, low near -19°C.
Monday, Dec. 29: A welcome change—mix of sun and cloud, but colder, with a high near -16°C. Monday night: 60% chance of flurries, low near -22°C.
Road watch: With mist now and icing risks later, check Ontario 511 before longer drives—conditions can vary quickly on Highway 17 and area roads.
Wardrobe Recommendations
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This morning (mist + low visibility): Warm winter coat, insulated boots, mitts, and a toque. If you’re walking near traffic, bright/reflective outerwear helps drivers see you sooner.
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Freezing drizzle/ice pellets risk (today through Saturday): Boots with strong tread are key; ice cleats are a good idea for parking lots and sidewalks.
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Colder trend Sunday/Monday: Add a base layer (thermal top/leggings) and swap to heavier mitts—nighttime cold ramps up fast.
Weather Trivia
Dryden is no stranger to deep cold. In Environment and Climate Change Canada’s climate normals for Dryden A, the January “extreme minimum” listed is -43.3°C (Jan. 17, 1970)—a reminder that when Arctic air locks in, Northwestern Ontario can deliver serious winter.
The Last Word
Dryden and Vermilion Bay weather for Friday, Dec. 26, 2025: mist and reduced visibility this morning near -6°C, risk of freezing drizzle today, then ice pellets and snow tonight into Saturday before colder conditions return Sunday and Monday.
