Climate Insights for Winnipeg
Manitoba, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Winnipeg is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 589 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 84 mm of rainfall. Winnipeg is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -18°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Winnipeg is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 23.2 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 3.3 in of rainfall. Winnipeg is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -1°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Winnipeg has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Winnipeg has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 80°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -1°F and an average temperature of 7°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 18°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Winnipeg is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 589 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 84 mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 17 mm. That's 66 mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 29cm.Winnipeg is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 3.3 in of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.7 in. That's 2.6 in less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 11in.
Wind
Winnipeg is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Winnipeg is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Winnipeg is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -18°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Winnipeg is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Winnipeg based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Winnipeg based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.