Special Weather Statement – Westerly Gusts Up To 70 km/h This Afternoon and Evening
DRYDEN & VERMILION BAY – A wind-whipped November Sunday is on tap as a Special Weather Statement remains in effect for the region, calling for westerly wind gusts up to 70 km/h this afternoon and evening. As of 6:00 AM CST, Sunday, November 2, 2025, the Dryden Airport reports cloudy skies and 3.0°C, with humidity at 73%, a barometric pressure of 100.5 kPa, and visibility of 16 km.
Winds are currently from the south at 26 km/h, gusting to 37 km/h, but will strengthen and swing westerly through the day. Loose items can be tossed about, tree branches may break, and isolated power outages are possible as the peak gusts arrive later today.
Today – Cloud, Spotty Showers, and a Powerful Wind Shift
Today stays mainly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers this morning. The bigger story arrives as the south wind increases to 40 km/h with gusts to 60, then shifts west late this afternoon to 40 gusting 70 km/h.
Despite the bluster, temperatures rise to a high near 10°C and the UV index is 2 (low). Expect crosswinds on exposed stretches of Highway 17 and around open areas—keep two hands on the wheel and give extra space to high-profile vehicles. Lakes and bays will turn choppy to rough in a hurry; small craft should plan conservatively.
Tonight – Gusty Start, Gradual Ease Toward Morning
Tonight remains cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers this evening and after midnight. Winds hold west 40 km/h gusting to 70 early in the night, diminishing to 20 km/h gusting to 40 before morning as the pressure gradient relaxes from west to east. Temperatures ease to a low of +2°C, which should limit frost, but any wet leaves can make for slick steps and sidewalks.
Monday – Clearing After a Cloudy Start, Still Breezy
Monday begins mainly cloudy but clears early in the afternoon as drier air noses in. It will still feel lively with west winds 30 km/h gusting to 60, and an afternoon high near 7°C. The UV index is 1 (low). By night, skies turn clear and cooler with a low near 0°C, a setup for patchy frost in sheltered spots.
Tuesday – Sunny, Cool and Pleasant; Clear, Chilly Night
Tuesday delivers a bright, calm day: sunny with a high near 7°C and lighter winds—your best outdoor window of the stretch. Tuesday night is clear and chilly, dipping to about –2°C by dawn Wednesday.
Wardrobe & Safety
Today is a windproof shell day—pair it with a warm base layer and sturdy, grippy footwear for wet leaves. A hat and gloves will make the gusts much friendlier. Secure patio furniture, bins, and lingering Halloween décor. If you’re driving, anticipate strong crosswinds and give extra room to transport trucks and buses. On the water, conditions will deteriorate quickly; consider postponing small-craft outings until winds ease late tonight.
Historic Highs & Lows for November 2
Environment Canada’s specific record high and record low for November 2 in Dryden were not included in the data provided. Early November in this region typically ranges from low-single-digit daytime highs during cool snaps to the low teens in milder southwest flows, with occasional early-season freezes at night.
Lake Country Weather Trivia
On blustery fall days, strong westerlies can set up small water-level tilts (a seiche) across area lakes. That’s why docks can creak, waves steepen, and shorelines look a little “higher” on the downwind side during peak gusts—nature’s version of a tiny tilt-a-whirl.
