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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Alberta for your holiday.
Climate Overview
-16 °C to 23 °C
0.59 – 3.62 in (5 – 14 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 2.3 °C (Banff) and 3.9 °C (Edmonton)
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Best Time to Visit Alberta: Overview
JanuaryJan Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Banff | FebruaryFeb Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Banff | MarchMar MaximumMax. 3 °C | AprilApr MaximumMax. 11 °C | MayMay TemperaturesTemp. up to 18 °C | JuneJun Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Edmonton |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Banff Edmonton | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Banff Edmonton | SeptemberSep Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Banff | OctoberOct Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Banff | NovemberNov MaximumMax. 1 °C | DecemberDec Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Banff |
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Alberta) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Edmonton | June, July, and August |
| Banff | January, February, July, August, September, October, and December |
Climate Charts Alberta
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Edmonton
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Alberta
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Alberta, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Edmonton (Alberta)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | -7° | -4° | 2° | 11° | 18° | 21° | 23° | 22° | 17° | 11° | 0° | -5° |
| Night Temperature | -16° | -13° | -7° | -0° | 6° | 10° | 12° | 11° | 6° | 0° | -8° | -14° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.89 | 0.57 | 0.65 | 1.02 | 1.93 | 3.43 | 3.61 | 2.72 | 1.72 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.82 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 11 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Edmonton is 3.9 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (17.5 °C)
Coldest month: January (-11.7 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 18.78 inch on 125 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, April, October, November, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 9.9 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 6.3 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Banff (Alberta)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | -6° | -1° | 3° | 8° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 21° | 16° | 10° | 1° | -4° |
| Night Temperature | -16° | -13° | -10° | -4° | 1° | 4° | 7° | 6° | 2° | -1° | -8° | -13° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.3 | 1.18 | 0.91 | 1.42 | 2.01 | 2.56 | 1.89 | 1.89 | 1.5 | 1.42 | 1.38 | 1.34 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Banff is 2.3 °C.Warmest month: July (14.5 °C)
Coldest month: January (-11.2 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 18.78 inch on 83 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: all except July, and August
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 8.2 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.Popular Activities
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Seasonal & Holiday Activities
from 56 $ »
Admire the views of Banff National Park’s turquoise lakes and steep peaks as the Banff Gondola takes you to the top of Sulphur Mountain.
Banff National Park: 1-Hour Bow River Horseback Ride
Tours
from 67 $ »
Saddle up for a 1-hour guided ride past some of the most awe-evoking scenery in Banff National Park. Ride your horse by the historic Cave and Basin area and along Banff’s tranquil Bow River as you look out over the soaring mountain peaks.
From Banff: Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Sightseeing Tour
Tours
from 73 $ »
Complete your trip to Banff by visiting two of the area’s most beautiful lakes, Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. This half-day tour gives you the chance to see both stunning lakes, experience their beauty on a small group tour and take amazing photos.
More attractions
Banff National Park: Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Day-Pass | Banff: Family Friendly Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride | Edmonton: 1-Hour Segway Adventure in Louise McKinney Park | Athabasca Glacier: Columbia Icefield Parkway Tour from Banff | Banff: Morning or Afternoon Johnston Canyon Icewalk | Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch | Banff or Lake Louise to Jasper: One-Way Sightseeing Tour |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Banff
overcast clouds, -15.9 °CClouds: 92 % Wind: 2 mph N
Air Pressure: 1028 hPa Humidity: 85 %
Air Pressure: 1028 hPa Humidity: 85 %
Last updated: 5th Dec 2021, 05:28 pm
The next days …
| 6th Dec 2021 | 7th Dec 2021 | 8th Dec 2021 | 9th Dec 2021 | 10th Dec 2021 | 11th Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -18 °C to -9 °C | -15 °C to -6 °C |  -10 °C to -3 °C | -19 °C to -9 °C | -20 °C to -10 °C | -17 °C to -7 °C |
| -18 °C to -9 °C | -15 °C to -6 °C | -10 °C to -3 °C | -19 °C to -9 °C | -20 °C to -10 °C | -17 °C to -7 °C |
| Clouds: 87 % | Clouds: 91 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 90 % | Clouds: 84 % | Clouds: 97 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | 0.05 in of snow | 0.01 in of snow | No Precipitation | 0.05 in of snow |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Canada: Regions
Alberta is part of the holiday destination Canada. We analyzed the climate for additional regions, in order to provide you with information about the best time to visit and the expected holiday weather:Canada | Yukon | British Columbia | Ontario | Quebec | Newfoundland | Rocky Mountains | Vancouver | Calgary | Toronto | Montreal |
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Hottest Month
July: 23 °C
Day Temperature in Edmonton
July: 23 °CDay Temperature in Edmonton
Coldest Month
January: -16 °C
Night Temperature in Banff
January: -16 °CNight Temperature in Banff
Rainiest Month
July: 3.61 in
Rain in Edmonton
July: 3.61 inRain in Edmonton
Driest Month
February: 0.57 in
Rain in Edmonton
February: 0.57 inRain in Edmonton
Sunniest Month
July: 9.9 hours/day
Sunshine in Edmonton
July: 9.9 hours/daySunshine in Edmonton
Activities and Attractions
Banff National Park: 1-Hour Spray River Horseback Ride
Tours
from 72 $ »
Banff National Park: 2-Hour Sundance Loop Horseback Ride
Tours
from 130 $ »
Banff National Park: Big Canoe River Explorer Tour
Tours
from 48 $ »
Distances to Alberta
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edmonton | 4230 mi | 2020 mi | 1370 mi |
| Banff | 4410 mi | 2090 mi | 1190 mi |
Where’s Alberta?
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Alberta: Experiences of our Visitors
Almost only sun there were only three of 28 days of rain. A bright blue sky with a lot of sun, there was a pleasant warmth with a cool breeze.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good