Fort McMurray, Alberta Weather
Fort McMurray, Alberta — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, ECCC alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery for Fort McMurray in 89-9-W4.
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About Fort McMurray, Alberta
Fort McMurray is a hamlet in 89-9-W4, Alberta, Canada. It is classified as a major city. Fort McMurray is located at 56.6964°N, 111.3608°W. It observes Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6). Postal code area: T9J.
Fort McMurray occupies a distinct position where the boreal forest meets the shifting contours of the land near the Supertest Hill. It lies 122.4 km west-north-west of La Loche, AB (from La Loche, AB: bearing 282°T), and is situated 27.5 km north-west of Lenarthur. The Hangingstone River cuts a steady path through the terrain, its waters often reflecting the pale, high-latitude light that lingers long into the northern evenings. The ground here holds a certain stoic resilience, supporting a landscape that experiences the full, sharp transition of seasons, from the deep stillness of winter to the sudden, verdant intensity of a brief summer. The origins of Fort McMurray trace back to its status as a vital point for early trade, where the confluence of waterways served as a natural artery for movement and exchange. Long before it grew into its modern configuration, the land supported Indigenous peoples who understood the rhythms of the river and the forest. Over the decades, the settlement expanded as interest in the local geology grew, slowly transforming from a remote outpost into a hub of activity. The architecture of the streets and the layout of the residential blocks reflect this shift, bearing the marks of rapid development and a persistent drive toward expansion. The economic life of Fort McMurray centers on the extraction and processing of natural resources, a sector that dictates the pace and character of daily existence. Massive operations define the horizon, influencing everything from the logistics of the local workforce to the heavy, purposeful movement of equipment along the roads. This industry provides the primary engine for the region, drawing people from across the country who arrive to contribute to the complex, large-scale engineering projects that define the local economy. The air often carries a hint of this industriousness, a reminder of the sheer mechanical effort required to work the earth in this latitude. Life in Fort McMurray finds expression through institutions like Keyano College, which anchors the educational aspirations of the region and serves as a focal point for public gatherings. The calendar is marked by events that bring neighbors together, offering a sense of cohesion amidst the demands of a high-energy work environment. While Gregoire Lake Provincial Park provides a necessary escape to the quietude of the woods and shoreline, the town itself maintains a pragmatic, outward-looking spirit. Notable individuals, such as the hockey player Chris Phillips, have emerged from the local environment, carrying the influence of the northern climate into their respective professional lives on a national stage.
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| Location | Fort McMurray, 89-9-W4, Alberta |
| Coordinates | 56.696389°N, 111.360833°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6) |
| Postal FSA | T9J |
| Area Code | 403, 587, 780, 825, 368 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Fort McMurray, Alberta Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Fort McMurray, 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 Fort McMurray includes coordinates 56.696389°N, 111.360833°W, situated in 89-9-W4. Postal FSA: T9J. 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.