Winnipeg Weather Update: Chilly winds and light snow ahead

Winnipeg Weather When Winnipeg residents woke up at 6:30 a.m. CST this morning, the city was covered in light snow and the temperature hovered around -10°C. Barometric pressure is on the rise, currently at 100.7 kPa, indicating a change in weather is on the horizon. Humidity levels are high at 86%, with strong winds of 33 to 46 km/h contributing to the chilly outside air.

Today's weather forecast

Winnipeggers can expect a day of light snow and localized snow showers as northwest winds of 30 km/h and gusts up to 50 km/h are expected. Despite a high of -7°C, the wind chill will be quite chilly, dropping to -20°C in the morning and slightly improving to -14°C in the afternoon.

Forecast for tonight and Saturday

Mostly cloudy in the evening, northwest wind gusting to 20 km/h, light overnight. Temperatures are expected to drop to -11°C with a wind chill of -14°C in the evening worsening to -19°C overnight.

Saturday afternoon promises mostly cloudy skies with a 30% chance of light snow. Light winds at 15 km/h will bring highs to -5°C, but morning wind chills will drop to -18°C, rising to -9°C in the afternoon. The UV index remains low at 1.

Sunday's weather preview

A mix of sun and cloud above -6°C on Sunday will provide some respite from the snow, but colder temperatures will still remain. The evening will continue with a cloudy period and a low of -11°C, in line with the cooler weekend trend.

Advice to residents and passengers

With the current and forecast weather conditions in Winnipeg, residents are advised to dress warmly to combat the cold wind chill and prepare for light snow and blowing snow, which may affect visibility especially while driving. Keeping up to date with weather forecasts and planning accordingly will help you stay safe and comfortable this winter.