DRYDEN – WEATHER DESK – Dryden and Vermilion Bay are still in the grip of an entrenched Arctic airmass this Saturday morning. Skies are mainly clear, but don’t let the calm look fool you—wind chills remain dangerous and the Orange Cold Warning continues through the weekend. With wind chills expected in the -40 to -48 range, frostbite can develop in minutes on exposed skin.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions (Dryden Airport – 7:00 AM CST)

• Temperature: -34.9°C

• Wind Chill: -47

• Condition: Mainly Clear

• Wind: S 13 km/h

• Pressure: 103.9 kPa

• Humidity: 71%

• Dew Point: -38.3°C

• Visibility: 16 km

That -47 wind chill is the headline. This is extreme-cold exposure risk even for short outdoor tasks.

Orange Cold Warning

What the warning means

• Wind chill values: -40 to -48

• When: Continuing through the weekend

• Impact Level: High

• Forecast Confidence: High

• Key detail: Little relief is expected during the day as the Arctic airmass remains locked in place.

Safety reminders

• Cover exposed skin completely (especially cheeks, nose, ears, and hands).

• Plan outdoor errands in short blocks and take warm-up breaks.

• Keep an emergency vehicle kit ready (blankets, booster cables, flashlight, spare mitts/hat).

• Watch for numbness, tingling, pain, or colour changes in fingers/toes—head indoors and begin warming.

Extended Weather Forecast

Today (Sat, Jan 24)

• Sky: Sunny, becoming a mix of sun and cloud this morning

• Wind: Up to 15 km/h

• High: -24°C

• Wind chill: -44 this morning, improving to -30 this afternoon

• UV Index: 1 (Low)

• Risk: Frostbite in minutes

Tonight

• Sky: Partly cloudy

• Low: -35°C

• Wind chill: -41 overnight

• Risk: Frostbite in minutes

Sunday (Jan 25)

• Sky: Sunny, mix of sun and cloud late afternoon

• Wind: Becoming west 20 km/h in the morning

• High: -24°C

• Wind chill: -47 in the morning, -36 in the afternoon

• Night: Clear, low -30°C

• Risk: Frostbite in minutes

Early Week Outlook

• Monday: Cloudy, 60% chance of snow, high -18°C

• Monday night: Cloudy periods, 40% chance of snow, low -23°C
  A slow moderation begins, but it stays firmly winter-cold.

Wardrobe Recommendations

This is “no exposed skin” weather:

• Base layer: thermal top and bottom (moisture-wicking)

• Mid layer: fleece or wool insulation

• Outer layer: windproof parka + snow pants

• Hands: insulated mitts + liners

• Face/head: toque + balaclava/neck gaiter (cover cheeks and nose)

• Feet: warm socks + insulated boots (not tight—circulation matters)

Cold Warning Safety for Pets and Livestock

Dogs

• Keep outings very short—quick bathroom breaks only during peak wind chill.

• Wipe paws after outings (ice and salt can irritate).

• Watch for shivering, paw-lifting, or turning back—signs it’s too cold.

Cats

• Keep pet cats indoors during extreme cold.

• During cold snaps, outdoor cats may seek warmth near vehicles—tap the hood before starting.

Livestock

• Prioritize windbreaks and shelter (wind drives cold stress).

• Provide deep, dry bedding to reduce heat loss to frozen ground.

• Check water sources often to prevent freezing.

• Monitor animals closely—prolonged cold increases energy needs.

Weather Trivia

Even on sunny days, wind chill can stay dangerous. Wind strips away the thin warm layer of air near skin, speeding heat loss—one reason a bright winter morning can still be a serious frostbite risk.

Summary

Dryden and Vermilion Bay remain under an Environment Canada Orange Cold Warning on Jan. 24, 2026. Morning wind chills near -47 and overnight wind chills near -41 keep frostbite risk high through the weekend.