Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for several regions in central Manitoba, with 10 to 15 cm of snow expected.
The national forecaster says a developing low-pressure system will bring heavy snow overnight Sunday into Monday, with snowfall tapering off Monday afternoon as the system moves into Ontario.
The warning covers a large swath of central Manitoba, stretching from the Saskatchewan border through the Parkland region and into areas east of Lake Winnipeg.
This includes communities such as Dauphin, Swan River, and Berens River, as well as areas near Victoria Beach and Pine Falls. Snowfall amounts of 10 to 15 cm are expected.
Strong northerly winds will create blowing snow and significantly reduce visibility at times.
Travel impacts
- Sudden visibility drops due to heavy snow and blowing snow
- Rapidly deteriorating road conditions
- Drivers should slow down, watch for tail lights ahead, and be prepared to stop
Winnipeg forecast
While Winnipeg is not under the snowfall warning, the city will see snow and blowing snow beginning near noon Monday, with 2 cm of accumulation expected, according to Environment Canada's forecast.
Strong north winds will gust up to 70 km/h, and temperatures will drop to -11°C by the afternoon, with wind chills making it feel like -22°C.
Conditions will improve Monday night as the snow ends, but temperatures will plunge to -21°C with a wind chill of -28°C.