High River, Alberta Weather
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About High River, Alberta
High River is a town in 6-19-28-W4, Alberta, Canada. It has a population of 14,324. High River is located at 50.5797°N, 113.8742°W. It observes Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6). Postal code area: T1V.
High River sits firmly upon the expansive plains where the horizon pulls the sky downward to meet the land in a wide, unbroken line. It lies 53.4 km south-south-east of Calgary, AB (from Calgary, AB: bearing 166°T), and is situated 14.8 km north of Cayley. The Highwood River carves a persistent path through the terrain, its waters reflecting the shifting moods of the clouds and the sharp, clear light that defines these prairie afternoons. Near the Maple Leaf, also known as Sitook-Spagkway, the land holds a deep resonance, shaped by the steady flow of the river that has long served as a vital artery for the region. Even the nearby Emerson Lake, resting quietly just 2 km away, contributes to a landscape defined by this essential relationship between earth and water. The history of High River is grounded in the cycles of the land and the industry that grew from the soil. Agriculture remains a central pillar of the local economy, with the surrounding fields and processing facilities anchoring the daily lives of those who work the earth. The rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of progress here, as the community responds to the demands of harvest and the quiet stillness of winter. This reliance on the land has fostered a resilience that persists through the changing fortunes of trade and development, keeping High River rooted in its traditional role as a hub for the surrounding rural reaches. Cultural life in High River carries a distinct character, one shaped by the intersection of long-standing prairie traditions and a modern desire for connection. The atmosphere is quiet, marked by the sound of the wind moving across open spaces and the steady, predictable motion of a life lived close to the elements. Notable individuals, such as the musician Tegan Quin, trace their early experiences to this environment, carrying the influence of the vast, open horizon into their creative work. Whether through local events that gather the residents together or the simple, daily acts of maintaining the landmarks that define the streets, High River maintains a sense of self that is both modest and enduring.
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| Location | High River, 6-19-28-W4, Alberta |
| Coordinates | 50.579722°N, 113.874167°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6) |
| Postal FSA | T1V |
| Area Code | 403, 587, 780, 825, 368 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This High River, Alberta Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for High River, 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 High River includes coordinates 50.579722°N, 113.874167°W, situated in 6-19-28-W4. Postal FSA: T1V. 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.