Manitoba’s Hurricane Connection

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WINNIPEG – We’ll never have to worry about hurricanes ravaging Winnipeg of course but parts of Canada are threatened by them on occasion. The deadliest hurricane to hit what’s now Canada was the 1775 Newfoundland hurricane that struck on September 9th. It killed more than 4,000 people. Although that high death toll was tragic, the…

Warm Streak Over

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WINNIPEG – It was nice while it lasted. A warm spell ended yesterday at 19 days when it fail to get to at least 25 degrees. Yesterday’s high was only 23.5. Scott Kehler at Weatherlogics says while 19 days seems impressive, it’s only the 14th longest period with consecutive days at 25 degrees or warmer.

Dog Days Of Summer

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WINNIPEG – Welcome to the Dog Days of Summer, generally said to be from July 3rd to August 11th. During which time, the Dog Star Sirius is hidden by the Sun’s glow. It’s hidden because Sirius and the Sun rise at about the same time. Although it coincides with the hottest part of the season…

Heat Warning Continues

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WINNIPEG – The heat warning continues for much of southern Manitoba including the city of Winnipeg. Humidex values are expected to approach 40 at times. Southerly winds are pushing hot and humid weather into southern and east-central Manitoba. Daytime highs will climb into the low 30’s with overnight lows staying in the upper teens or…

Sunshine & Comfy Temperatures Kickoff the Week

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WINNIPEG – Sunshine and comfortable temperatures are set to kick off the week, then be on the lookout for snow by Friday. Monday – Mostly sunny with wind from the south at 30 km/h and a daytime high of minus 1. Wind chill minus 18 in the morning and minus 7 in the afternoon. In…

High Precipitation Expected in Winnipeg This Weekend

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WINNIPEG – With the high volumes of precipitation that are predicted over the next few day, residents are reminded to take proper precautions to protect their homes against flooding. As of 10:28 a.m. on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, the river level at the James Avenue gauge was 14.03 feet. River levels are available online at…

Winnipeg Weekend Weather

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WINNIPEG – Expect periodic Thunderstorms throughout today and tomorrow with Temperatures dropping to seasonal levels on Saturday. The sun will reappear again on Sunday with a high of 18 C Check here for your detailed local weather report

Winnipeg Weather, Wet and Cooler Than Normal

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WINNIPEG – Keep the raincoat by the door this week. Winnipeg will be wet, cloudy and cool until Thursday. Clouds will move in Monday with showers in the late afternoon. The high each day this week will hover around 15. The normal temperature for this time of year is 20c. Check the forecast any time,…

Winnipeg Weather Forecast

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WINNIPEG – The forecast for Thursday, August 15th is predicting another beautiful Manitoba summer day! Click here the weekend forecast.

Winnipeg Weekend Weather

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WINNIPEG – Stay tuned for a hot and humid weekend with soaring temperatures and mostly sunny skies. Keep your umbrella out for an afternoon thunderstorm Sunday, but sunscreen is a must with a high UV Index both Saturday and Sunday. For more on your weekend weather click here.