Thunder Bay – Weather Desk – Dryden and Vermilion Bay are sitting near the freezing mark early Tuesday, but this is a classic “mild start, sharp drop”setup. Gusty northwest winds will drive blustery conditions and intermittent flurries today, followed by clearing skies and a steep temperature plunge tonight.
The big story: wind chills nearing -28 overnight with a risk of frostbite.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions (5:00 AM CST — Dryden Airport)
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Temperature: -1.0°C
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Condition: Cloudy
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Humidity: 96%
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Wind: WSW 15 km/h
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Wind Chill: -6
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Pressure: 99.3 kPa
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Visibility: 16 km
Today (Tuesday, Jan 13)
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Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries
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Wind: Northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50
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High: +1°C
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Wind chill: Near -16 this afternoon
What it means: Even with a temperature close to +1°C, the strong wind makes it feel much colder. Blowing snow could briefly reduce visibility in open areas.
Extended Weather Forecast
Expected Conditions (Next Three Days)
Tonight (Tue, Jan 13)
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Clearing
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Wind: North 30 km/h gusting to 50
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Low: -19°C
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Wind chill: -28 overnight
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Risk of frostbite
Wednesday (Jan 14)
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Mainly cloudy
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Wind up to 15 km/h
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High: -13°C
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Wind chill: -28 in the morning, -16 in the afternoon
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Risk of frostbite
Thursday (Jan 15)
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Periods of snow
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High: -7°C
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Night: periods of snow, low -13°C
Wardrobe Recommendations
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Today: Dress for wind—windproof outer layer, warm gloves, hat, and a scarf/neck warmer.
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Tonight into Wednesday morning: Full winter gear is a must. Cover exposed skin to reduce frostbite risk, especially with wind chills near -28.
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Thursday: With snow returning, add waterproof boots and a moisture-resistant outer shell.
Weather Trivia
Clear skies on cold nights often mean temperatures drop faster because clouds aren’t there to “trap” heat near the ground. That’s one reason tonight’s clearing trend lines up with the sharp fall to -19°C.
Weather Summary
Dryden and Vermilion Bay weather forecast for January 13, 2026: Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries and strong northwest winds gusting to 50 km/h. Clearing tonight brings a deep freeze to -19°C with wind chills near -28 and frostbite risk. Snow returns Thursday.
