Manitoba Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Manitoba, Canada in April.

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Winnipeg Churchill Brandon Thompson

Considering a trip to Manitoba, Canada this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Manitoba in April

Manitoba, Canada is a region in Canada. In April, Manitoba experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Churchill at -5°C (23°F) and cold in Winnipeg at 11°C (52°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Winnipeg and -13°C (9°F) in Churchill.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Manitoba, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Churchill with an average of 27 mm (1.1 in) to moderate snowfall in Neepawa with 42 mm (1.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this April. For example, Winnipeg gets approximately 242 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Manitoba by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Manitoba — and find the best time to visit. (based on Winnipeg)

January-10°C (14°F) February-8°C (18°F) March1°C (34°F) April11°C (52°F) May19°C (66°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September20°C (68°F) October11°C (52°F) November1°C (34°F) December-7°C (19°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Manitoba in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Manitoba.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Manitoba

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Manitoba, Canada?

Temperature range in Manitoba (April)

Precipitation variation in Manitoba (April)

Winnipeg

In April Winnipeg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
11°C (52°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-2°C (28°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
242 hours
286 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Winnipeg →

Churchill

In April Churchill generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-5°C (23°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-21°C (-6°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
199 hours
198 hours
Monthly snowfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Churchill →

Brandon

In April Brandon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
10°C (50°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Brandon →

Thompson

In April Thompson generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
5°C (41°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-18°C (0°F)
-8°C (18°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Thompson →

Dauphin

In April Dauphin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
9°C (48°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-3°C (27°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Dauphin →

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In our records: Canada April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Canada in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest April day in Canada brought 290 mm (11 in) in Niagara on the Lake on April 27, 1981.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Manitoba in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Winnipeg 11°C (52°F) -2°C (28°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Churchill -5°C (23°F) -13°C (9°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Brandon 10°C (50°F) -2°C (28°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Thompson 5°C (41°F) -8°C (18°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Dauphin 9°C (48°F) -3°C (27°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Neepawa 10°C (50°F) -3°C (27°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)

Manitoba weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Manitoba, Canada in April?

April in Manitoba, Canada brings unpleasant weather. In Winnipeg, daytime temperatures are typically around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

What is the average temperature in Manitoba, Canada in April?

In Winnipeg, the average daytime high in April is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -2°C (28°F).

Does Manitoba, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Manitoba, Canada during April, with Winnipeg averaging close to 40 mm (1.6 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Manitoba, Canada?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Manitoba, Canada with often unpleasant weather in Winnipeg.

On average, the best time to visit Manitoba, Canada is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Winnipeg. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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