Manitoba

Shifting Temperatures and Snow Head to Garden Hill

By

Emma Kelly
March 20, 2026 8:16 am

Residents in the Garden Hill First Nation are facing a week of changing weather starting Friday, March 20, 2026, as a mix of snow and freezing drizzle moves into the area. According to Environment Canada, the community can expect periods of light snow throughout the morning.

The forecast includes a risk of freezing drizzle, which could make roads slippery for drivers and pedestrians in the community. Between 2 and 4 centimetres of snow accumulated overnight and into the morning hours, while the daytime high should reach around -2°C.

While the weather starts off relatively mild, a significant cold snap is on the way for early next week. Temperatures are expected to plummet, with overnight lows reaching as low as -26°C by Tuesday night, March 24, 2026.

Local travelers are encouraged to be careful on the roads as these shifting conditions can create thin layers of ice. This rapid change in temperature is part of the transition as the region heads toward the end of the winter season.

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