Dryden – Weather – A light snow is falling over Dryden and Vermilion Bay early Wednesday, but the bigger story is still the cold.

Even with fairly light winds, wind chills are sitting near -30 this morning, and Environment Canada continues to flag a risk of frostbite. Flurries remain possible through the day, and a better chance of light snow returns tonight before skies clear out again late Thursday into Friday.

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions

Observed at Dryden Airport (5:00 AM CST, Wednesday Jan 28):

• Condition: Light Snow

• Temperature: -22.4°C

• Wind: NW 9 km/h

• Wind Chill: -30

• Humidity: 75%

• Dew Point: -25.6°C

• Pressure: 102.3 kPa

• Visibility: 16 km

Cold, dry air keeps the snow light and “grainy,” but it doesn’t take much snowfall to make roads and sidewalks slick in these temperatures.

Today

A mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of flurries.

• High: -19°C

• Wind: Up to 15 km/h

• Wind Chill: -32 this morning, improving to -26 this afternoon

• UV Index: 1 (Low)

• Risk: Frostbite remains possible with prolonged exposure—especially this morning.

Extended Weather Forecast

Tonight (Wednesday night)

Cloudy with a 60% chance of light snow.

• Low: -27°C

• Wind: Up to 15 km/h

• Wind Chill: -28 this evening, near -34 overnight

• Risk: Frostbite risk continues overnight.

Thursday, January 29

A mix of sun and cloud.

• High: -19°C

• Wind: Up to 15 km/h

• Wind Chill: -36 in the morning, around -26 in the afternoon

• UV Index: 1 (Low)

• Night: Clear, low -29°C

Friday, January 30

Sunny, still cold but a touch less harsh by day.

• High: -15°C

• Night: Clear, low -22°C

Looking ahead: The weekend trends milder during the day (around -10°C Saturday), with a 60% chance of snow Saturday night.

Wardrobe Recommendations

This is still full winter gear weather:

• Thermal base layer + warm mid-layer + windproof parka

• Mitts, insulated boots, and thick socks (keep circulation free—avoid tight footwear)

• Face covering (neck gaiter/balaclava) for morning wind chills in the -30s

• If you’re travelling between communities: keep blankets, a phone charger, and booster cables in your vehicle.

Weather Trivia

When temperatures drop below about -20°C, snow often squeaks under your boots. That “squeaky snow” happens because the snow crystals are drier and more brittle in very cold air—tiny grains rubbing and breaking make that sharp sound.

Weather Summary

Dryden and Vermilion Bay weather for Wednesday, January 28, 2026: light snow this morning and a bitter cold day with wind chills near -32. Flurries possible today, a 60% chance of light snow tonight, and clearing into Friday with continued frostbite risk.