Calgary Weather Forecast
Calgary weather: 79°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in Calgary 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 | 28° | 13° | 0,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 28° | 10° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 36° | 18° | 1,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 48° | 29° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 41° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 66° | 47° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 76° | 55° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 74° | 52° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 70° | 46° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 53° | 33° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 37° | 21° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 31° | 15° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Calgary
Go in July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 36 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Calgary compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Calgary.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banff | 66 mi | 36°F | 37°F cooler | 20 in |
| Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks | 86 mi | 29°F | 44°F cooler | 24 in |
| Banff National Park | 86 mi | 29°F | 44°F cooler | 24 in |
| Lake Louise | 95 mi | 35°F | 38°F cooler | 26 in |
| Lake Louise | 95 mi | 35°F | 38°F cooler | 26 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Calgary?
Calgary is a city in Alberta. Its coordinates are 51.0447, -114.0719. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Calgary right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 26% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Calgary?
July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Calgary, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Calgary in?
Calgary observes America/Edmonton (UTC-06:00). The local time is 4:50 PM.
How many people live in Calgary?
Calgary has a population of approximately 1.3 million.
What are the top things to do in Calgary?
Popular options include Banff National Park, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Dinosaur Provincial Park and Glacier National 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 23, 2026 at 4:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
