Edmonton Travel Guide
Edmonton travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 65°F (19°C) in Edmonton with mainly clear. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 62°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - 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 warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is 8.5°F above the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Edmonton today at 9.7/10. 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.
Map of Edmonton
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 53°32′46″N 113°29′37.7″W (53.5461, -113.4938)
Weather in Edmonton right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:59 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 81° / 62°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 81° / 60°
Drizzle · 88% rain · wind 11 mph
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 | 5:59 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Things to do in Edmonton
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Edmonton.
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.
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.
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 65°F (19°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 64% and wind is 7 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 5:59 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 August 22, 2026 at 5:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
