Edmonton, Alberta Weather
Edmonton, Alberta — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, ECCC alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery for Edmonton.
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About Edmonton, Alberta
Edmonton is a city in Alberta, Canada. With a population of 1,010,899, it is one of the largest cities in Alberta. Edmonton is located at 53.5344°N, 113.4903°W. It observes Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6). Postal code area: T5J.
Edmonton rests upon the expansive plains of Alberta, defined primarily by the deep, winding cut of the North Saskatchewan River that carves through the earth. It lies 14.3 km south-east of St. Albert, AB (from St. Albert, AB: bearing 143°T), and is situated 14.1 km north-west of Bretona. The land here holds a quiet intensity, where the horizon stretches wide and the sky deepens into a bruised violet at the end of a long winter day. Within this broader landscape, Kinokamau Lake sits about 10 km away, a silent presence nestled in the surrounding terrain. The air carries a crisp, bracing quality, grounding those who walk the river banks in the sheer scale of the northern light. Long before European traders sought the river’s bounty, Indigenous peoples gathered along the North Saskatchewan River to hunt, trade, and navigate the shifting seasons. The arrival of the fur trade introduced a different pace of life, leading to the establishment of permanent outposts that gradually transformed into the bustling settlement known today. Edmonton grew through the steady persistence of those who worked the soil and navigated the river’s currents, moving from a frontier trading hub into a vital node of northern commerce. The history of Edmonton remains visible in the resilience of its architecture, reflecting a transition from raw survival to the deliberate construction of a modern center. The economy of Edmonton finds its strength in the energy sector, serving as a primary base for resource development that powers much of the surrounding region. As the seat of the provincial government, Edmonton functions as a central axis for political discourse and public administration, housing the legislature where the province’s future is debated. Beyond the halls of government, the local industry maintains a practical, industrious spirit, supported by a workforce that understands the necessity of preparation in a demanding climate. This industriousness creates a steady, predictable hum during the work week, as Edmonton balances its role as a regional powerhouse with the pragmatic needs of its citizens. Cultural life in Edmonton thrives through its deep commitment to the arts and education, anchored by institutions such as the University of Alberta. The residents of Edmonton gather with particular intensity during annual festivals, celebrating the return of warmth and the shared persistence of the community. In the realm of professional athletics, the city rallies behind the NHL team, filling the arenas with a kinetic energy that cuts through the winter chill. Prominent figures, from celebrated authors to influential politicians, have frequently emerged from the local environment, carrying the influence of the North Saskatchewan River with them into the wider world.
Live animated radar for Edmonton and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-19 GEOCOLOR — Canada / Northern U.S. sector. Auto-refreshes every 10 minutes on page reload. Frames the whole country from Newfoundland to the BC coast, plus adjacent Pacific and Atlantic storm approaches.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 · Public domain · Sector code can (Canada / Northern U.S.) · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Coordinates | 53.534444°N, 113.490278°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6) |
| Postal FSA | T5J |
| Area Code | 403, 587, 780, 825, 368 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Edmonton, Alberta Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Edmonton, 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 Edmonton includes coordinates 53.534444°N, 113.490278°W. Postal FSA: T5J. 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.