Manitoba

Rain and Gusty Winds May Create Slick Roads in Selkirk

By

Emma Kelly
March 8, 2026 9:55 am

Residents in Selkirk, Manitoba, should prepare for a quick change in weather this Sunday, March 8, 2026, as sunny skies turn into rain and flurries. According to Environment Canada, a daytime high of plus 2°C will be followed by a sharp temperature drop tonight, which could lead to icy road conditions for local drivers.

A mix of sun and clouds this morning will give way to cloudy skies this afternoon. Early morning winds of 30 km/h are expected to calm down before shifting to the southwest at 20 km/h, with gusts reaching 40 km/h later today. There is an 80 per cent chance of rain showers or flurries during the afternoon.

The weather is expected to turn much colder tonight as the temperature falls to a low of minus 12°C. There is a 60 per cent chance of flurries overnight, and winds from the west will gust up to 50 km/h.

The shift from afternoon rain to freezing overnight temperatures may create black ice or slippery patches on streets and sidewalks. People planning to travel or spend time outdoors should stay updated on the local hourly forecast as conditions change.

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