Residents of Stonewall should prepare for a sudden return to winter conditions as Environment Canada forecasts snow and freezing temperatures from Thursday, April 16, through Sunday, April 19, 2026. After a mild Wednesday with a high of 11 C, temperatures will drop significantly, bringing a risk of hazardous driving conditions to the region.
Snow is expected throughout the day on Thursday, with a daytime high of -1 C. The cold will continue on Friday with more snow and a high of 0 C, followed by a low of -10 C on Friday night. Wind chill values could reach as low as -12 C during this period, marking a sharp contrast to the milder spring weather felt earlier in the week.
While skies are expected to clear for the weekend, temperatures will remain below the seasonal average of 9 C. Saturday will see a high of -3 C, while Sunday is expected to reach 4 C. Conditions are anticipated to moderate by Monday, when temperatures return closer to seasonal norms.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution on the roads during this cold snap. Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure works in coordination with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to monitor highway conditions and manage road safety. Although there were no active weather alerts as of April 15, residents should monitor local forecasts and prepare for winter-like travel conditions when driving in the southern Interlake region.
