Cloudy Skies Today, but Winnipeg’s Weather Brightens by Thursday

A Calm Start Before the Rain Moves In

Good morning, Winnipeg! The day begins with cloudy skies and a current temperature of 4.8°C, reported at 5:00 AM CDT from Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. The dew point sits at 1.2°C, and humidity is at 78%, making it a comfortably cool and slightly damp morning. Winds are out of the northeast at 12 km/h, and visibility is excellent at 24 km. The barometric pressure is at 101.2 kPa and falling—classic signs that something wetter is on the way.

As we move into the late morning and early afternoon, expect rain to begin settling over the city. Winds will shift and strengthen from the east at 20 km/h, helping push in that moisture. Today’s high will climb to a mild 13°C, and the UV index lands at a moderate 3—so a touch of sunscreen might still be warranted during dry spells.

Tonight: Wet, Wet, Wet

Tonight will be all about the rain, with 5 to 10 mm expected before the skies ease up again. Temperatures will dip only slightly to a low of +3°C, so it’s a classic cool, soggy spring night. Make sure your evening plans include a waterproof jacket, or maybe just a good movie and a blanket.

Midweek: Cloudy Charm and Chilly Nights

Wednesday brings a much brighter mood, with a mix of sun and cloud and just a 30 percent chance of lingering showers. Winds will shift from the northwest at 20 km/h, helping to dry things out a bit. Temperatures will reach a cooler high of 9°C, but with a moderate UV index of 5, the sunshine will still make a good appearance.

Wednesday night clears out entirely, and temperatures drop to a brisk -1°C. Yes, you read that right—a below-freezing reminder that Winnipeg’s springs always keep us guessing.

Sunshine Reigns from Thursday to Saturday

Thursday and Friday deliver exactly what we’ve been craving: full-on sunshine. Thursday will see a high of 14°C with a clear night dipping to zero, while Friday cranks the warmth up to 17°C and holds onto that clear sky. Friday night remains pleasant, with temperatures staying well above freezing at +5°C.

Saturday brings increasing cloudiness, but the warmth sticks around with a high of 16°C. The day may not stay perfectly sunny, but it’ll still be a beautiful spring Saturday. Overnight, expect cloudy periods and a low of 6°C.

What to Wear: Rain Gear Today, Sunglasses by Thursday

Today calls for a waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear—especially if you’re out after noon. The wind and rain combo could make things feel cooler than the mercury reads. Midweek is a layering game: coat in the morning, lighter in the afternoon, and yes—your sunglasses will get their moment by Thursday. Hang onto those warmer layers for Wednesday night though—frosty temps are on the way.

Weather Trivia: Winnipeg’s Wild Spring Records

On this day in Winnipeg history, the record high was a toasty 28.3°C, set in 1980. The record low? A biting -13.9°C back in 1893. So today’s damp but mild conditions are really just a calm interlude in what could be a rollercoaster of extremes!