Warm Breezes and Sunshine Today, Cooler Air on the Horizon
Winnipeg, MB – It’s an early spring treat in the Prairies this morning, with temperatures already at 7.9°C as of 5:00 AM CDT at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. Skies are mostly cloudy, but don’t let that fool you — sunshine is on the way, and so is a balmy afternoon.
This makes for an excellent start to the weekend, but like all good things in a prairie spring, it won’t last forever.
Today’s Forecast: Breezy, Bright, and Beautiful
The forecast for Saturday, April 12, promises mainly sunny skies after the morning cloud cover clears. Winds are currently out of the south-southwest at 21 km/h, and they’ll gust up to 40 km/h before shifting to a northwest breeze by early afternoon.
The humidity is sitting at 80%, with a dew point of 4.6°C, meaning the air is relatively mild and comfortable. Barometric pressure is 100.8 kPa and falling, hinting that a shift is coming — but not before we enjoy a high of 17°C, making Winnipeg one of the warmer spots in Canada today.
The UV index will hit 5, considered moderate — sunscreen is your friend if you’re out for an extended stroll in the sun.
Tonight and Sunday: From Clear Skies to a Cloudy Turn
Tonight will be clear, with a few clouds rolling in overnight and a low of +3°C. It’s a pleasant evening setup — great for a fire pit, an evening run, or simply enjoying a cool prairie breeze.
Sunday, April 13, brings a cloudy turn by mid-morning, and there’s a 30% chance of showers late in the afternoon. Winds will shift again, becoming northerly at 20 km/h, helping pull in slightly cooler air. Sunday’s high will reach 9°C, and the UV index slips to 3 — still moderate, but not as strong as Saturday.
Sunday night turns cloudy with a low of -1°C, setting the stage for a more subdued start to the week.
Early Week Outlook: Mild and Mixed
Monday, April 14, stays cloudy with a high of 8°C, but things brighten up after that. Monday night clears out with a low of -4°C, and Tuesday, April 15, brings back the sunshine with a high of 9°C and a clear, calm evening dropping to +1°C. It’s a bit of back-and-forth, but that’s spring in the Peg — unpredictable with a side of sunshine.
Historic Weather Snapshot for April 12
The record high for this date in Winnipeg is a sizzling 25.6°C, while the record low bottoms out at a bone-chilling -20.0°C. So, today’s 17°C high? Comfortably in the “we’ll take it!” category.
What Should You Wear?
Today’s outfit should include a light jacket for the breeze and a couple of layers to handle that early morning chill. By midday, you might be shedding them — especially if you’re soaking up that sun. Sunday and Monday? A bit cooler, so keep your umbrella and sweater nearby.
Prairie Weather Trivia: Winnipeg Wind Edition
Did you know? Winnipeg has earned nicknames like “Windy City North” — with an average of 16 windy days per month in spring! Today’s gusts? Right on cue.
