Altona, Manitoba Weather
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About Altona, Manitoba
Altona is a town in 5,8-2-1-W, Manitoba, Canada. It has a population of approximately 4,267. Altona is located at 49.1047°N, 97.5589°W. It observes Central Time (UTC−6 / −5). Postal code area: R6W.
Altona rests upon a vast and level expanse of prairie earth where the horizon claims more of the sky than the land itself. It lies 27.3 km west-north-west of Emerson, MB (from Emerson, MB: bearing 294°T), and is situated 10.5 km south of Rosenfeld. The Red River runs about 20 km away, acting as a distant, winding boundary to the wide agricultural basin that defines the local terrain. Here, the light of late afternoon stretches long and thin across the fields, casting a clarity over the soil that makes the air feel sharp and expectant. The stillness of the plains is a physical weight, broken only by the movement of clouds that drift unimpeded across the open vault of the heavens. Settlement in Altona emerged from the steady labor of pioneers who recognized the potential of the dark, rich earth to yield abundant harvests. The local economy persists as a reflection of this heritage, favoring large-scale agriculture and advanced manufacturing that supports the needs of the surrounding farms. Altona serves as a center for the production of sunflower seeds, an industry that colors the landscape in vibrant yellow during the peak of summer. The machinery that hums through the harvest season underscores a commitment to the land that has sustained families for generations. Cultural life in Altona finds its expression in the quiet diligence of its residents and the preservation of long-standing communal values. Public spaces reflect a history of cooperation, often drawing people together for seasonal gatherings that mark the turning of the year. While the pace of life remains steady, the influence of the Mennonite tradition continues to shape the social character and architectural simplicity of the streets. Altona preserves a sense of focus, ensuring that even as the world shifts, the fundamental connection between the people and their work remains clear and intentional.
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| Location | Altona, 5,8-2-1-W, Manitoba |
| Coordinates | 49.104722°N, 97.558889°W |
| Timezone | Central Time (UTC−6 / −5) |
| Postal FSA | R6W |
| Area Code | 204, 431 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Altona, Manitoba Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Altona, Manitoba, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Altona includes coordinates 49.104722°N, 97.558889°W, situated in 5,8-2-1-W. Postal FSA: R6W. Telephone area code: 204, 431. Timezone: Central Time (UTC−6 / −5).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.