Residents in Neepawa, Manitoba, should prepare for snow starting the night of March 5, 2026, as a new weather system moves into the region. According to Environment Canada, the snowfall could make roads slippery and impact travel for local commuters.
The forecast for Thursday shows a daytime high of -6°C with cloudy skies throughout the day. Snow is expected to begin that night, with temperatures dropping to a low of -11°C. The weather system is expected to impact the Friday morning commute.
The Town of Neepawa prioritizes snow clearing for Mountain Ave and areas near seniors’ facilities to ensure residents can reach essential services. Operations manager Denis Saquet noted that crews focus on these high-traffic zones first to keep the community moving safely during winter weather.
Local travel could be affected at the junction of Highway 16 and Highway 5, where roads are often closed north and south of town during significant snow events. The Beautiful Plains School Division typically keeps schools open for local students during bad weather, but school buses may be cancelled if road conditions are unsafe for travel.
Town crews follow established protocols for clearing sidewalks to maintain safe walking paths for residents and to manage snow removal near local homes and businesses.
