Residents across southern Manitoba are experiencing a stretch of unseasonably mild conditions as we move into the new year. Meteorologist Colleen Bready provided the current conditions and updated forecast for Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Current Conditions and Forecast Details
The region is seeing a continuation of above-seasonal temperatures, offering a reprieve from the typical deep freeze of early January. While specific temperature figures for the day were not detailed in the broader news summary, the highlight was the persistent mild pattern affecting the area. This trend is part of a variable national weather picture that includes freezing rain in Ontario and snow and rain warnings impacting British Columbia.
National Weather Context
The calm in Manitoba contrasts with active weather in other parts of Canada. British Columbia is under various weather warnings as systems bring snow and rain to the province. Meanwhile, drivers in the Greater Toronto Area were advised to prepare for a messy afternoon commute due to freezing rain. Albertans are also being told to brace for a persistent freeze-thaw cycle, which is expected to create icy surfaces throughout the week.
Beyond the Forecast: Other Headlines
The daily news roundup from January 6 covered a wide range of stories from across the country. In significant national news, Prime Minister Carney commented on Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation, stating it was consistent with her taking on a role as an adviser on Ukraine. Carney also affirmed Canada's commitment to building up its military to support peace in Ukraine and commented on the competitiveness of Canadian oil following the ouster of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.
In other headlines, a mother was charged with first-degree murder in the death of a child on New Year's Eve, and the Toronto Blue Jays officially introduced their new Japanese slugger, Kazuma Okamoto. In business, RBC's CEO Dave McKay noted that money not being spent on debt servicing is boosting other sectors of the economy, and forecasts predicted lacklustre oil prices but higher natural gas prices for Alberta in 2026.
Locally in Manitoba, a garage fire in Winnipeg's Transcona neighbourhood prompted the firefighters' union to ask the public for assistance.
