Weather in Edmonton
What's the weather like in Edmonton?
Edmonton has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -6°C (22°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July, with overnight lows around -14°C (7°F) and 13°C (56°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Edmonton are June through August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇦 Canada
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Edmonton
- Coordinates
- 53.546, -113.494
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6°C / 22°F | -14°C / 7°F | 24 mm | 14 | — |
| February | -7°C / 19°F | -16°C / 3°F | 16 mm | 14 | — |
| March | 0°C / 32°F | -9°C / 16°F | 23 mm | 14 | — |
| April | 9°C / 48°F | -2°C / 29°F | 29 mm | 16 | — |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 6°C / 43°F | 60 mm | 17 | — |
| June | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 109 mm | 20 | — |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 56°F | 103 mm | 22 | — |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 53°F | 65 mm | 17 | — |
| September | 16°C / 61°F | 7°C / 44°F | 47 mm | 15 | — |
| October | 9°C / 48°F | 0°C / 33°F | 27 mm | 13 | — |
| November | -1°C / 31°F | -8°C / 17°F | 27 mm | 14 | — |
| December | -6°C / 21°F | -14°C / 6°F | 16 mm | 11 | — |
Edmonton by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Edmonton?
The most comfortable months in Edmonton are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Edmonton?
July is typically the hottest month in Edmonton, averaging a high of 23°C (73°F).
What is the coldest month in Edmonton?
February is usually the coldest, with average lows around -16°C (3°F).
Does it snow in Edmonton?
Snow is rare in Edmonton; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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