City in Alberta, Canada
Edmonton weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Edmonton
Jun–Sep is warm with long days and festivals, including the August Fringe. Dec–Feb is deeply cold, often below −20°C. Wildfire smoke can drift in during summer.
Edmonton weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-5°22 mm
- Feb-4°18 mm
- Mar2°27 mm
- Apr10°40 mm
- May17°64 mm
- Jun21°85 mm
- Jul24°95 mm
- Aug23°55 mm
- Sep18°40 mm
- Oct9°29 mm
- Nov0°26 mm
- Dec-5°19 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C22°F | -14°C8°F | 22 mm | 91% | Freezing |
| February | -4°C25°F | -13°C8°F | 18 mm | 88% | Freezing |
| March | 2°C35°F | -8°C18°F | 27 mm | 80% | Freezing |
| April | 10°C51°F | -1°C30°F | 40 mm | 68% | Cold |
| May | 17°C63°F | 5°C41°F | 64 mm | 65% | Cool |
| June | 21°C70°F | 10°C50°F | 85 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C76°F | 13°C55°F | 95 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| August | 23°C74°F | 11°C52°F | 55 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| September | 18°C64°F | 6°C42°F | 40 mm | 70% | Cool |
| October | 9°C49°F | -1°C31°F | 29 mm | 76% | Cold |
| November | 0°C33°F | -7°C20°F | 26 mm | 85% | Freezing |
| December | -5°C22°F | -13°C9°F | 19 mm | 90% | Freezing |
Best months across Canada
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Vancouver | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Montreal | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Banff | Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Niagara Falls | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Quebec City | Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Whistler | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Jul (22°C) |
| Ottawa | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Calgary | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Victoria | May–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Jasper | Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Halifax | Jun–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Tofino | Jun–Sep, Nov–Dec | Aug (18°C) |
| Edmonton | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Kelowna | Jun–Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Yellowknife | Feb–Mar, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Mont-Tremblant | Jan–Mar, Sep–Oct | Jul (24°C) |
| Prince Edward Island | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Edmonton?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep is warm with long days and festivals, including the August Fringe. Dec–Feb is deeply cold, often below −20°C. Wildfire smoke can drift in during summer.
When is the rainy season in Edmonton?
Rain peaks in July with about 95 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Edmonton?
July, with average highs of 24°C (76°F).
How cold does Edmonton get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -14°C (8°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Edmonton Transit Service: fares
- Edmonton International Airport
- Alberta Health Services
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.