Winnipeg, Canada Stargazing Forecast

Winnipeg, Canada (49.9°, -97.14°) · Updated 03:54 UTC
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Worth a look tonight
BEST 04:00–09:00 (5h)
Near-perfect skies but bright moonlight limits faint objects. Delta Aquariids meteor shower peaks tonight (ZHR ~25).
Sunset
02:13
Sunrise
10:57
Usable Hours
5/5
Moon
99%
Visible Planets
♄ Saturn34° SE
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Stargazing in Winnipeg, Canada

Winnipeg sits on the flat Canadian Prairie, where light pollution drops away dramatically just outside the city — Bortle 3 skies are reachable within 30–40 minutes in any direction. The flat terrain gives unobstructed horizons ideal for aurora, and at 49.9°N Winnipeg sees frequent displays during Kp 4+ storms. The Aurora-famous town of Churchill lies far to the north, but Winnipeg itself offers excellent prairie dark skies. The cold, dry continental winters bring long nights and exceptional transparency, with summer delivering the high Milky Way over open fields.

Winnipeg, Canada Stargazing FAQ

Can you see the northern lights from Winnipeg?∨
Yes — at 49.9°N on the flat prairie, Winnipeg sees frequent aurora during Kp 4+ storms. The unobstructed horizons just outside the city make it easy to catch displays on the northern horizon.
Where can I stargaze near Winnipeg?∨
The flat prairie darkens to Bortle 3 within 30-40 minutes in any direction. The lack of hills means wide-open horizons — excellent for aurora, rising planets, and low-declination objects.
When is the best time to stargaze in Winnipeg?∨
Cold, dry winter nights bring exceptional transparency and the best aurora odds, though temperatures are extreme. Summer offers the high Milky Way over open fields. Spring and autumn balance comfort and darkness.

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