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Edmonton climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Edmonton shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | -5.7° | -6.7° | 0.9° | 10.3° | 17.8° | 21.2° | 23.8° | 23.4° | 20.5° | 11.9° | 0.7° | -8.1° |
| Avg low (°C) | -13.8° | -15.5° | -8.6° | -1.6° | 5.7° | 9.9° | 12.3° | 11.1° | 6.6° | 0.3° | -7.8° | -16.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 24 | 15 | 21 | 25 | 61 | 92 | 72 | 72 | 23 | 15 | 23 | 33 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| Sunshine hours | 144 | 184 | 269 | 332 | 370 | 374 | 389 | 350 | 307 | 229 | 149 | 121 |
| Humidity | 78% | 73% | 74% | 58% | 59% | 65% | 71% | 72% | 66% | 67% | 78% | 79% |
Best time to visit Edmonton
The best time to visit Edmonton is typically September. In this month the average high is 20.5°C, precipitation is 23 mm and sunshine duration is 307 hours. The annual average high is 9.2°C, total annual precipitation is 476 mm (88 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3218 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Edmonton
How up to date is the weather radar for Edmonton?
The weather radar for Edmonton is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Edmonton?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Edmonton: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Edmonton?
The thunderstorm potential for Edmonton is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Edmonton.
What is the climate like in Edmonton?
Edmonton has an annual average high of 9.2°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 23.8°C), the coldest December (avg low -16.2°C). The wettest month is June with 92 mm, the driest February with 15 mm. Total annual precipitation is 476 mm (88 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3218 hours.
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