Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada? If you're planning to go to Portage la Prairie, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada

Based on the climate and weather in Portage la Prairie, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Portage la Prairie, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada by month

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January

In January, Portage la Prairie is beyond freezing and somewhat snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C) range. At night, lows are in the 10+ below zero F (20+ below zero C). This is also a rainy time for Portage la Prairie, with of the days of the month having rain.

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February

February in Portage la Prairie is unbearably cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits below 0 F (20+ below zero C). It snows a bit less than half of the time.

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March

If you go to Portage la Prairie in March, you will notice that it is freezing. Expect it to snow regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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April

April in Portage la Prairie can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain sometimes.

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May

If you visit Portage la Prairie during May, you may find that it is cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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June

In June, Portage la Prairie is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Portage la Prairie, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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July

If you are traveling to Portage la Prairie in July, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

If you vacation in Portage la Prairie during August, you are likely to see that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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September

September in Portage la Prairie is cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C). It tends to rain 5-10 days this month.

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October

October in Portage la Prairie can be very chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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November

November in Portage la Prairie can be extremely cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It snows about a third of the time.

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December

December here can be bitter cold. Temperatures average in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It snows regularly.

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