Humid Start Fades into a Pleasant Midweek Mix of Sun, Cloud — and Maybe a Drop or Two
DRYDEN – WEATHER – It’s a misty start to the day in Dryden and Vermilion Bay, where the air is heavy with moisture and the trees look like they’ve stepped out of a fog machine. But don’t let the damp beginning fool you — the sun is set to make an appearance later today, bringing mild, comfortable temperatures, light wind, and just a small risk of drizzle this morning. All in all, it’s shaping up to be a very September-ish day in northwestern Ontario.
Morning Outlook: Misty and Moist
At 6:30 AM CDT, Dryden Airport is reporting misty conditions, with a temperature of 16.4°C, a dew point of 16.1°C, and humidity at a high 98% — basically, the air is doing everything it can short of turning into rain. Winds are from the west at 11 km/h, and visibility is fair at 10 km. The barometric pressure is 101.9 kPa and steady, suggesting today’s weather will remain on the mellow side.
Expect a mix of sun and cloud today, but with a 40% chance of drizzle this morning as that foggy air slowly lifts. Winds will shift north and pick up to 20 km/h late this morning, bringing in slightly cooler, drier air. The high will reach 23°C, with a humidex of 26°C, giving the afternoon a subtle summer feel. The UV index is moderate at 5, so if you’re planning time outdoors during breaks in the cloud, sun protection is still a good idea.
Tonight: Clouds Return Overnight
Tonight brings a few clouds early, with increasing cloudiness after midnight. Winds will turn from the northeast at 20 km/h, and the low will drop to 11°C — a mild and comfortable night ahead, perfect for open windows and late-season star-gazing.
Thursday: Cooler and Cloudier
Thursday, September 18, will be mainly cloudy, with east winds picking up to 20 km/h later in the day. It won’t be as warm as today, with a high of 20°C, but still very pleasant for mid-September. The UV index holds steady at 5, so even with limited sunshine, there’s still enough UV to warrant sunscreen if you’re outdoors.
Thursday night will stay cloudy, with a low of 9°C.
Friday and Saturday: Shower Chances Creep Back
Friday, September 19, brings a mix of sun and cloud, with a 30% chance of showers through the day. The high will be 18°C, seasonably cool and refreshing. Friday night continues with cloudy periods and that same 30% chance of showers, with the temperature dropping to 8°C.
Saturday, September 20, features a similar pattern: a mix of sun and cloud, with a 30% chance of showers and a high near 19°C. The night stays cloudy, with a low of 9°C.
What to Wear?
Start with layers — a light sweater or jacket this morning will go a long way in the mist. By the afternoon, a T-shirt and light pants should do the trick. Keep a light rain shell or umbrella nearby just in case of a mid-morning drizzle. Sunglasses will still be useful when the clouds break.
Weather Trivia: Mist vs. Fog – What’s the Deal?
You might think of mist and fog as the same thing, but meteorologically, it comes down to visibility. Mist occurs when visibility is greater than 1 km, while fog reduces it below 1 km. So while today’s conditions are thick, they’re not quite at full-on fog level — just a very misty morning in Dryden.
