Winnipeg, Manitoba Weather

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About Winnipeg, Manitoba

Winnipeg is a city in Manitoba, Canada. With a population of 749,607, Winnipeg is a major urban centre in Manitoba. Winnipeg is located at 49.8844°N, 97.1464°W. It observes Central Time (UTC−6 / −5). Postal code area: R3B.

Winnipeg sits anchored upon the vast, open plains, defined by the quiet persistence of the Assiniboine River as it carves a path through the heart of the landscape. It lies 34.4 km south-south-west of Selkirk, MB (from Selkirk, MB: bearing 213°T), and is situated 14.3 km south-west of Birds Hill. The horizon here possesses a singular, piercing clarity, particularly when the low prairie sun catches the dust of the fields and turns the air into a shimmering veil of amber. Near the rising elevation of Moosenose Hill, the land holds a stillness that suggests the weight of ancient ice and the slow, deliberate work of centuries. Within this expansive setting, Memorial Provincial Park offers a verdant anchor just a short distance away, providing a space where the wind carries the scent of grasses and the subtle, earthy perfume of the riverbank. Indigenous peoples have long gathered at this confluence, drawn by the convergence of the waterways and the abundance of the surrounding terrain. Following the arrival of European explorers and fur traders, Winnipeg emerged as a pivotal point for the exchange of goods and ideas, eventually growing into a bustling hub that linked the eastern reaches of the country to the frontier. The architecture of the older districts reflects this period of rapid expansion, with sturdy brick facades standing as reminders of the ambition that drove early settlement. Today, the heritage of the region remains a vital presence, informing the way residents interact with the land and with the layers of history that accumulate beneath their feet. The economy of Winnipeg serves as a diverse engine, fueled by a robust agricultural sector and a history of manufacturing that remains central to its identity. As the seat of government, the administrative life of the region pulses through legislative halls where policies are debated and the future of the province is charted. Beyond the halls of power, the industrial spirit finds expression in the logistics and transportation networks that keep commerce flowing across the plains. There is a distinct, pragmatic pride in the work done here, a sense that the people of Winnipeg understand the necessity of diligence when living under the vast, often unforgiving, dome of the prairie sky. Cultural life in Winnipeg flourishes through a collection of institutions that draw scholars, artists, and spectators from far and wide. The professional sports scene is anchored by the passion of local fans who support their teams with a fervor that defies the cooling autumn air, while the arts are celebrated within museums and galleries that house collections of national significance. Famous figures, from influential authors to world-renowned musicians, have emerged from these streets, carrying the unique character of the prairies into the wider world. Whether through the excitement of a festival or the quiet contemplation of a winter evening, Winnipeg maintains a vital, creative energy that defines its place in the national consciousness.

Live animated radar for Winnipeg and surroundings — RainViewer.

NOAA GOES-19 GEOCOLOR — Canada / Northern U.S. sector. Auto-refreshes every 10 minutes on page reload. Frames the whole country from Newfoundland to the BC coast, plus adjacent Pacific and Atlantic storm approaches.

Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 · Public domain · Sector code can (Canada / Northern U.S.) · Auto-updates on page reload

About This Winnipeg, Manitoba Weather Page

This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Winnipeg, 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 Winnipeg includes coordinates 49.884444°N, 97.146389°W. Postal FSA: R3B. 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.