Geography of Winnipeg
Geography of Winnipeg: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Winnipeg
Itasca State Park is 204 mi to the south-east, Voyageurs National Park is 217 mi to the south-east, North Dakota is 271 mi to the south-west and Tettegouche State Park is 324 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 49°53′42.4″N 97°8′18.2″W (49.8951, -97.1384)
Quick facts about Winnipeg
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Manitoba |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 49°53′42.4″N 97°8′18.2″W (49.8951, -97.1384) |
| Population | 750.000 |
| Known for | the Forks and human rights museum |
| Local time | 1:47 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Summary
Winnipeg is a city in Manitoba. Winnipeg is known for the Forks and human rights museum. It has a population of about 750.000.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Winnipeg with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 61°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 42%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Winnipeg is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -1°F.
Nearby highlights include Itasca State Park and Voyageurs National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is 3.1°F above the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Winnipeg today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Winnipeg month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14° | -1° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 22° | 5° | 0,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 31° | 13° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 49° | 30° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 66° | 45° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 55° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 79° | 62° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 76° | 59° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 55° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 55° | 40° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 37° | 25° | 1,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 22° | 8° | 1,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Winnipeg?
Winnipeg is a city in Manitoba. Its coordinates are 49.8951, -97.1384. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Winnipeg right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 65% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Winnipeg?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Winnipeg, which has a subarctic climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Winnipeg in?
Winnipeg observes America/Winnipeg (UTC-05:00). The local time is 1:47 PM.
How many people live in Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has a population of approximately 750.000.
What are the top things to do in Winnipeg?
Popular options include Itasca State Park and Voyageurs National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 1:47 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
