Cardston, Alberta Weather
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About Cardston, Alberta
Cardston is a town in 9-3-25-W4, Alberta, Canada. It has a population of approximately 3,724. Cardston is located at 49.2000°N, 113.3039°W. It observes Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6). Postal code area: T1K.
Cardston sits anchored upon the high, open plains where the horizon stretches thin and taut against the sky. It lies 56.4 km south-east of Pincher Creek, AB (from Pincher Creek, AB: bearing 124°T), and is situated 15.7 km north-north-west of Kimball. The physical character of the land finds its definition near the Breast Work Hill, a feature that rises with a quiet, steady presence above the surrounding expanse. Below, the St. Mary River carves a deep, persistent path through the earth, its cool currents carrying the memory of snowmelt long after the spring runoff has slowed. When the wind moves across the grasses, it leaves a shivering trail of silver, revealing the immense scale of the sky that seems to press down on the light at dusk, turning the clouds a bruised, heavy violet. Rush Lake, located about 12 km away, acts as a reflective mirror to this vastness, holding the stillness of the prairie in its basin. Settlers arrived here with the intent to build lives upon the strength of the soil, establishing a foundation that remains rooted in agricultural tradition and the steady work of the land. The economy of Cardston continues to lean into these historical strengths, with farming and ranching dictating the pulse of daily activity throughout the seasons. Grain elevators once acted as the primary sentinels of the skyline, and while the scale of production has shifted, the commitment to local industry persists. The air here carries the scent of dry earth and cured hay, a sensory reminder of the cycles of planting and harvest that dictate the pace of life for those who work the fields. Cultural life in Cardston reflects a heritage of endurance and a particular clarity of purpose that defines its residents. The architecture, including the notable presence of the temple, stands as a landmark of brick and stone that anchors the visual identity of the streets. Residents often gather for events that honor the shared history of the region, maintaining traditions that prioritize neighborly connection over the noise of modern life. Fay Wray, the actress whose presence remains a piece of cinematic history, spent part of her early life in Cardston, carrying the quiet gravity of these plains into her later work. The evenings here arrive with a profound silence, leaving the stars to dominate the dark, clear canopy above the quiet rooftops.
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| Location | Cardston, 9-3-25-W4, Alberta |
| Coordinates | 49.2°N, 113.303889°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6) |
| Postal FSA | T1K |
| Area Code | 403, 587, 780, 825, 368 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Cardston, Alberta Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Cardston, Alberta, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Cardston includes coordinates 49.200000°N, 113.303889°W, situated in 9-3-25-W4. Postal FSA: T1K. Telephone area code: 403, 587, 780, 825, 368. Timezone: Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.