Geography of Edmonton
Geography of Edmonton: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Edmonton
Calgary is 175 mi to the south, Banff National Park is 175 mi to the south-west, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks is 175 mi to the south-west and Lake Louise is 185 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 53°32′46″N 113°29′37.7″W (53.5461, -113.4938)
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 | 5:16 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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 37°F (3°C) in Edmonton with overcast. It feels like 25°F. Today runs from 33°F to 42°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.4/10 - marginal.
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 Jasper National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 42°F is 8.5°F below the 51°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Edmonton today at 7.2/10. Gusts to 44 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near 33°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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° | 55° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 49° | 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).
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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 37°F (3°C) with overcast. Humidity is 67% and wind is 15 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 5:16 AM.
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, 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 October 24, 2026 at 5:16 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
