Best Time to Visit Edmonton
Best time to visit Edmonton: August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Edmonton
Go in August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Edmonton month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21° | 6° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 21° | 6° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 30° | 14° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 48° | 30° | 1,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 64° | 44° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 66° | 50° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 75° | 57° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 73° | 54° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 48° | 1,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 51° | 35° | 0,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 34° | 22° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 24° | 9° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Edmonton compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Edmonton.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary | 175 mi | 41°F | +33°F warmer | 20 in |
| Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks | 175 mi | 29°F | 43°F cooler | 24 in |
| Banff National Park | 175 mi | 29°F | 43°F cooler | 24 in |
| Lake Louise | 185 mi | 35°F | 37°F cooler | 26 in |
| Lake Louise | 185 mi | 35°F | 37°F cooler | 26 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Edmonton is a city in Alberta. Edmonton is known for river valley parks and festivals. It has a population of about 1 million.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Edmonton with clear sky. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 56°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Edmonton is August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 6°F.
Nearby highlights include Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Banff National Park, Lake Louise and Lake Louise.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 3.6°F above the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Edmonton today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Edmonton right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:50 PM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 80° / 61°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 78° / 62°
Light drizzle · 78% rain · wind 12 mph
Things to do in Edmonton
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Edmonton.
Quick facts about Edmonton
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Alberta |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 53°32′46″N 113°29′37.7″W (53.5461, -113.4938) |
| Population | 1.010.000 |
| Known for | river valley parks and festivals |
| Local time | 2:50 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Explore Edmonton
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Edmonton?
Edmonton is a city in Alberta. Its coordinates are 53.5461, -113.4938. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Edmonton right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 78% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Edmonton?
August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Edmonton, which has a subarctic climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Edmonton in?
Edmonton observes America/Edmonton (UTC-06:00). The local time is 2:50 PM.
How many people live in Edmonton?
Edmonton has a population of approximately 1 million.
What are the top things to do in Edmonton?
Popular options include Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park and Dinosaur Provincial Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 2:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
