Residents in Neepawa, Manitoba, are preparing for a significant drop in temperature as a period of snow and blowing snow comes to an end on Friday, March 13, 2026. According to Environment Canada, the winter weather will shift into a cold snap that is expected to last through the weekend.
The snowfall and blowing snow are forecast to taper off by Friday evening, leaving behind partly cloudy skies. As the weather clears, the temperature is expected to drop significantly, with wind chill values reaching minus 25 overnight.
The cold weather will stay in the region for the next few days, with temperatures remaining well below the usual levels for mid-March. Nighttime lows are forecast to hit minus 24 on Saturday night and drop further to minus 26 on Sunday night.
The community is encouraged to prepare for these freezing conditions, which will make for a very cold start to the weekend. While the blowing snow will stop by tonight, the extreme wind chill will be the primary concern for anyone heading outdoors.
