2 cities in Manitoba
About snow days in Manitoba
Central prairie continental climate with very cold winters, heavy wind chill, and blowing snow across flat terrain. Manitoba averages roughly 115 cm of snow per year.
Manitoba schools close primarily for extreme wind chill below -45°C and blizzard conditions. Winnipeg divisions coordinate closures and buses may be cancelled while schools remain open.
How school closure decisions work in Manitoba
School boards in Manitoba consider multiple factors when deciding whether to close, delay, or hold classes on a snow day. Beyond raw snowfall totals, administrators evaluate ice accumulation on roads and sidewalks, wind chill temperatures that affect students waiting at bus stops, the timing of the storm relative to morning and afternoon commutes, and whether road crews have had enough time to clear primary bus routes.
Most school boards make their announcements between 6 AM and 7 AM on the day of the event, though some issue closures the evening before when a major storm is certain. Bus cancellations are often announced separately and may occur even when schools technically remain open.
Select a city above to check tomorrow's school closure probability using current weather forecast data for that area. For the most accurate prediction, check after 6 PM the evening before a potential snow day, when weather models are most reliable.