Hinton, Alberta Weather
Hinton, Alberta — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, ECCC alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery for Hinton in 51-24,25-W5.
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About Hinton, Alberta
Hinton is a town in 51-24,25-W5, Alberta, Canada. It has a population of approximately 9,817. Hinton is located at 53.4111°N, 117.5628°W. It observes Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6). Postal code area: T7V.
Hinton rests with a quiet permanence near the High Divide Ridge, where the earth rises to meet the wider sky. It lies 68.7 km north-north-east of Jasper, AB (from Jasper, AB: bearing 30°T), and is situated 11.5 km east-north-east of Old Entrance. The Athabasca River carves its path through the land, drawing a silver line against the backdrop of the terrain. Near the water, the air feels crisp and carries the weight of the vast, surrounding wilderness, while the light at dusk settles long and amber over the slopes. Just a short distance from the settlement, Thompson Lake holds the stillness of the afternoon, reflecting the clouds in a mirror of dark water. The origins of Hinton trace back to the expansion of railway routes that necessitated a permanent presence in this rugged corridor. Settlers arrived to establish a footing where the land was demanding, building homes and businesses that persisted through the changing seasons. The growth of Hinton followed the rhythms of the iron rails, as workers and families transformed a remote outpost into a functional center of activity. Early inhabitants learned to read the nuances of the weather and the terrain, forging a life that relied on the steady persistence of their own labor. Economic life in Hinton centers on the extraction and processing of natural resources, which have long defined the local industry. The presence of the Athabasca River provided a necessary conduit for early trade, while the surrounding landscape supplied the timber and minerals that fueled regional development. Today, the economy remains focused on these foundational sectors, supporting a population that understands the value of hard work in a demanding environment. Residents move through their days with a clear-eyed focus, maintaining the infrastructure that keeps the regional engine running. Culture in Hinton finds expression in the resilience of its people and the traditions they uphold throughout the year. While the daily pace is defined by industrial work, the community reserves time for local gatherings that celebrate the spirit of the region. There are no major universities or colleges within the immediate vicinity, directing the focus instead toward outdoor traditions and the shared experience of living near the High Divide Ridge. The identity of Hinton is found in the simple, honest connection between the people and the land they inhabit, a relationship that persists without need for fanfare.
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| Location | Hinton, 51-24,25-W5, Alberta |
| Coordinates | 53.411111°N, 117.562778°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (UTC−7 / −6) |
| Postal FSA | T7V |
| Area Code | 403, 587, 780, 825, 368 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Hinton, Alberta Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Hinton, 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 Hinton includes coordinates 53.411111°N, 117.562778°W, situated in 51-24,25-W5. Postal FSA: T7V. 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.