Today’s Outlook: From Frosty to Almost Summer
WINNIPEG – Good morning, Winterpeggers — or should we say Springpeggers today? As of 6:00 AM CDT at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport, it’s a chilly 0.2°C under mainly clear skies. Don’t worry though: you won’t need that winter coat for long!
The barometric pressure is at 102.6 kPa but falling, a little clue that change is brewing in the atmosphere. Humidity is a manageable 63%, and there’s a soft south breeze blowing at 12 km/h. Visibility is excellent at 24 km — perfect for watching the city wake up.
Now, here’s where things get spicy: sunshine is set to dominate today’s skies, and Winnipeg’s going full turbo on spring temperatures. Expect a high soaring to a balmy 20°C! Winds will crank up too, coming from the south at 30 km/h and gusting to 50 km/h — it might be warm, but it’ll definitely be a hair-tie day. The UV index will sit at a moderate 5, so don’t forget your sunglasses and sunscreen if you’re heading outside to soak it all in.
Historically, Winnipeg can swing between extremes at this time of year. On April 26, the record high hit a sizzling 29.4°C in 1980, and the record low froze the toes at -14.4°C in 1956. Today’s 20°C forecast keeps us on the happy side of history!
Tonight will see increasing cloudiness, and those gusty south winds will continue at 30 km/h, easing just slightly as the night rolls on. Overnight, temperatures will only fall to 9°C — so definitely no scraping frost off the windshield tomorrow morning.
Sunday: A Cooler, Cloudier Turn
Sunday will bring a cloudier day overall, with the south wind calming down to about 20 km/h before becoming light in the afternoon. Temperatures will still reach a very comfortable 17°C, but without the blazing sun, it’ll feel a touch more laid-back. The UV index will drop a notch to 4, but it’s still enough to warrant some sunscreen if you’re planning to be out and about.
Sunday night will stay cloudy, and there’s a 60% chance of showers moving in. The overnight low will hold steady around 10°C — a mild but damp evening ahead.
Monday: Spring Throws a Curveball
Monday brings periods of rain and a major cool-down, with highs only reaching 9°C. Add in the return of gusty winds, and it’ll be a bit of a blustery, soggy day. But the real surprise comes Monday night: skies will clear, and temperatures will plummet all the way to -5°C. Winter’s not quite finished teasing us yet!
What to Wear?
Today: dress in layers you can easily shed — a warm jacket for this morning, and short sleeves by afternoon. Sunglasses are a must. Tomorrow: keep the jacket handy, and Monday… bring out the rain gear and prepare to bundle up again by Monday night!
Winnipeg Weather Trivia:
Did you know? Winnipeg averages over 2,300 hours of sunshine a year, making it one of the sunniest cities in Canada. No wonder the skies can flip from calm to chaotic so fast!
