🇨🇦 Edmonton vs San Francisco 🇺🇸

Edmonton, Canada vs San Francisco, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. San Francisco is the warmer of the two — about 11 degrees warmer on average across the year. San Francisco is drier, with roughly 123 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇦 Edmonton🇺🇸 San Francisco
Avg annual high8°C19°C
Hottest monthJuly (23°C)September (24°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-16°C low)January (8°C low)
Rainy days / year18764
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Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇨🇦 Edmonton

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (23°C), coldest lows in February (-16°C).

🇺🇸 San Francisco

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in September (24°C), coldest lows in January (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Edmonton or San Francisco warmer?

San Francisco is warmer overall, averaging about 11 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Edmonton or San Francisco?

Edmonton is rainier — San Francisco sees about 123 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Edmonton vs San Francisco?

Edmonton is best around June, July, August; San Francisco is best around June, July, August.

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