Climate of Alberta, Canada
Area-weighted average across Alberta. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Alberta, a subdivision of Canada, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -16.1°C / 3°F in January to 15.5°C / 59.9°F in July, with rainfall from 19 mm / 0.7 in to 78 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (466 mm / 18.3 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -16.1°C3°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
| February | -12.1°C10.2°F | 19 mm0.7″ | — |
| March | -6.7°C19.9°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Snowy |
| April | 2.2°C36°F | 24 mm0.9″ | — |
| May | 8.6°C47.5°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
| June | 13.2°C55.8°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| July | 15.5°C59.9°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| August | 14.4°C57.9°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| September | 9.1°C48.4°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
| October | 3°C37.4°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| November | -7.1°C19.2°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
| December | -13.8°C7.2°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Alberta?
Alberta, Canada does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.5°C / 59.9°F, and the driest is February at 19 mm / 0.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Alberta?
Alberta, Canada has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -16.1°C / 3°F in January to 15.5°C / 59.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 466 mm / 18.3 in, with the wettest month being July (78 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest February (19 mm / 0.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Alberta?
The hottest month in Alberta is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.5°C / 59.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Alberta?
The coldest month in Alberta is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -16.1°C / 3°F.
When does it rain most in Alberta?
The wettest month in Alberta is July, averaging about 78 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 19 mm / 0.7 in.