Environment Canada has issued a forecast for Stonewall, Manitoba, advising residents to prepare for snow and high winds on March 17, 2026. The weather is expected to create blowing snow and very cold temperatures that could make travel dangerous throughout the day.
The forecast calls for about five centimetres of snow to fall as winds pick up speed. Winds from the south are expected to reach 40 kilometres per hour, with some gusts hitting 60 kilometres per hour during the morning.
Residents should also be ready for extreme cold, as the wind chill is expected to feel like -35 in the morning. This level of cold brings a risk of frostbite, though the wind chill value is predicted to improve to -21 by the afternoon.
The combination of fresh snow and strong wind gusts will likely cause blowing snow, which can make it very difficult to see while driving. Local officials suggest that anyone travelling through the Interlake region should use extra caution and be aware of changing road conditions.
