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Portage La Prairie, Manitoba Temperature & Weather History

Manitoba, Canada · Climate data since 1981
📍 49.9728°N, 98.2919°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
August
Avg 21.2°C
Min 8.9°C
Max 33.4°C
Coldest Month
❄️
January
Avg -17.9°C
Min -36.5°C
Max 0.6°C
Wettest Month
🌧️
June
87 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
February
18 mm
Most Humid
💧
January
94%
Least Humid
🌬️
August
62%
Highest Ever
🌡️
38.8°C
August 2018
Lowest Ever
🧊
-45.5°C
February 1996

Portage La Prairie Climate Overview

Portage La Prairie has a cold continental climate with warm summers and freezing winters.

Temperatures peak in August and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during summer months.

Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January❄️0.6°C-36.5°C-17.9°C94%193.61.58
February❄️1.6°C-33.9°C-16.1°C93%183.82.76
March❄️12.5°C-25.1°C-6.3°C82%314.13.98
April🌨️22.2°C-8.6°C6.8°C66%384.14.91
May🌤️28.0°C-1.3°C13.4°C64%723.85.66
June30.9°C6.6°C18.7°C66%873.46.06
July☀️32.7°C10.6°C21.7°C63%703.16.24
August☀️33.4°C8.9°C21.2°C62%593.25.18
September☀️29.3°C1.5°C15.4°C66%513.63.79
October🌨️22.0°C-6.5°C7.7°C73%443.82.32
November❄️9.4°C-19.0°C-4.8°C83%273.61.36
December❄️1.3°C-31.6°C-15.2°C92%233.51.04

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Portage La Prairie Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Portage La Prairie

January is Portage La Prairie's coldest month, with average lows reaching -36.5°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · -34.0°C1.1°C

🧥 Pack heavy layers and prepare for snow — this is a Severe Winter destination.

☀️ Summer in Portage La Prairie

Summer temperatures in Portage La Prairie peak in August, climbing to 33.4°C.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 8.7°C32.4°C

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Portage La Prairie

Portage La Prairie sees its highest rainfall in June, receiving approximately 87 mm of precipitation.
🌧️May to July (avg) · up to 87 mm

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Portage La Prairie Monthly Temperature Guide

August is the hottest month in Portage La Prairie, with average highs reaching 33.4°C, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to -36.5°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in August, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer ideal for outdoor activities, while winters bring freezing conditions and heavy snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Portage La Prairie

Portage La Prairie receives its highest rainfall in June, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest: June 87 mm☀️ Driest: February 18 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 94% in January · annual avg 75%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:3.7°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:540 mm
Avg Humidity:75%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Portage La Prairie's recorded history was 2021 (avg: 5.9°C), while the coldest was 1996 (avg: 0.9°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Portage La Prairie's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

View Range:

Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Portage La Prairie's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 38.8°C in August 2018, while the lowest dropped to -45.5°C in February 1996.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Portage La Prairie shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
-10.2°C4.8°C19.8°C46774%3.6 m/s
2024
-8.7°C5.5°C19.8°C62876%3.6 m/s
2023
-9.1°C5.3°C19.8°C37577%3.4 m/s
2022 🌧️
-11.9°C2.7°C17.3°C79280%3.9 m/s
2021 🔥
-10.1°C5.9°C21.9°C44870%3.8 m/s
2020
-11.2°C4.0°C19.2°C35673%3.7 m/s
2019
-12.1°C2.9°C17.8°C51276%3.5 m/s
2018
-11.6°C3.8°C19.3°C42673%3.5 m/s
2017
-10.5°C4.0°C18.6°C44774%3.7 m/s
2016
-9.4°C5.2°C19.9°C64476%3.6 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Portage La Prairie?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), August is typically the hottest month in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, with average high temperatures around 33.4°C.

What is the coldest month in Portage La Prairie?

January is the coldest month in Portage La Prairie, with average low temperatures around -36.5°C.

What is the rainiest month in Portage La Prairie?

June receives the most rainfall with approximately 87 mm, while February is the driest with 18 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Portage La Prairie?

The highest recorded temperature was 38.8°C in August 2018. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Portage La Prairie?

The lowest recorded temperature was -45.5°C in February 1996.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Portage La Prairie get?

Portage La Prairie receives the most sunlight in July with an average solar radiation of 6.24 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Manitoba.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45