NetNewsLedger – Winnipeg Weather Forecast

WINNIPEG – WEATHER – You will need an umbrella or coat for the next four days. Rain is expected today through Thursday, with a chance of snow on Friday. The good news is twofold. First, lawns and gardens need moisture, and secondly, long waits for sunny weekends.

In Winnipeg this morning, the temperature at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport registered a chilly 6.4°C as the city woke up to mostly cloudy skies. The barometric pressure was set at 101.5 kPa, but is currently trending downward, indicating possible changes in the weather. A gusty wind blowing from the east with a speed of 40 km/h, air humidity of 85% adds a little air.

Today's weather overview

Current Terms

The weather in Winnipeg this morning is 6.4°C with cloudy skies. The average dew point is 4.1°C, which contributes to thick air. With a humidity level of 85%, the atmosphere is moist enough that, if the conditions are right, fog or rain can form. Despite cloud cover, visibility remains good at 24 kilometers.

Expected conditions

Today: The weather will be cloudy all day. The wind blowing from the east has a speed of 28 km/h and a gust of up to 40 km/h. These conditions are expected to keep morning temperatures around 6°C. As pressure drops, increasing cloudiness or precipitation may develop as the day progresses.

Tonight and beyond: A detailed extended forecast is not available, but given the current low pressure and high humidity, Winnipeg will continue to be cloudy, with a chance of rain or showers later in the evening and into the next few days.

Wardrobe recommendations

Given the cool, windy and potentially wet conditions, Winnipeg residents should consider wearing layers that are easily adjustable. A windproof and waterproof outer layer would be perfect for today's weather, along with a warm hat and gloves in the morning and evening.

Weather Trivia

Winnipeg is known as Canada's “Gateway to the West” and has a reputation for a wide range of weather. The city can experience significant weather changes, primarily due to its geographic location in the vast, flat expanse of the Manitoba prairie, which allows for fast-moving weather systems.