A snowy pasture scene in eastern Manitoba. Photo: Geralyn Wichers

Prairie forecast: Mild start before winter pushes back in

For this forecast period, we are starting with a fairly sharp ridge of high pressure over Western Canada and a deep trough of low pressure over Ontario. This setup will keep Alberta and the western half of Saskatchewan in milder air, while Manitoba sees a quick return to more winter-like temperatures.









A round bale covered in snow on a Prairie field. Photo: File

What is perfect Christmas weather?

December weather on the Prairies can be all over the map, what can Manitoba expect for the 2025 holiday season?

What is ‘perfect’ Christmas weather on the Prairies? Here’s where you should head this holiday, according to historical weather data.






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