Cranbrook, British Columbia Weather
Cranbrook, British Columbia — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, ECCC alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for Cranbrook in Kootenay Land District.
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About Cranbrook, British Columbia
Cranbrook is a city in Kootenay Land District, British Columbia, Canada. It has a population of 20,499. Cranbrook is located at 49.5081°N, 115.7469°W. It observes Mountain Standard Time — no DST (UTC−7). Postal code area: V1C.
Cranbrook sits as a quiet sentinel of the Kootenay Land District, anchored by the solid presence of Lone Pine Hill. It lies 25.9 km south-east of Kimberley, BC (from Kimberley, BC: bearing 139°T), and is situated 14.5 km south-west of Fort Steele. The light here arrives with a particular clarity, catching the edges of the terrain before settling into the long, cool shadows that define the evening. Beyond the immediate reach of the streets, Sylvan Lake offers a still, reflective surface, while the St. Mary River carries the snowmelt of the high country toward the horizon. The air holds a crispness that clarifies the distance, and the land itself feels sturdy, shaped by a geography that invites a steady, deliberate pace of life. The history of Cranbrook traces its origins to the arrival of the railway, which transformed the valley into a vital junction for those moving through the interior. Early settlers recognized the utility of the location, establishing a hub that bridged the gap between the rugged wilderness and the expansion of industry. As the rails pushed forward, the settlement grew from a collection of outposts into a central node for commerce and transit. This evolution was never accidental; it was driven by the necessity of moving resources and people across a challenging landscape, turning a remote stop into a permanent fixture of the region. The economy of Cranbrook thrives on the strength of its regional role, serving as a primary center for trade, administration, and essential services. Major industries have historically relied on the wealth of the surrounding natural resources, maintaining a connection to the timber and mining sectors that first brought prosperity to the Kootenays. Today, the city functions as a gateway, providing the logistics and infrastructure required to support smaller settlements nearby. The daily activity of the local workforce reflects a pragmatic dedication to the maintenance of these vital systems, ensuring the region remains functional and connected. Culture in Cranbrook finds expression through the College of the Rockies, which serves as a center for learning and local advancement. Residents often gather for events that celebrate the specific character of the mountains, finding common ground in shared traditions that mark the passing of the seasons. Notable figures such as the professional hockey player Scott Niedermayer have roots here, carrying the influence of the region to a wider stage. Whether visiting the nearby Jimsmith Lake Park or participating in local gatherings, the people maintain a grounded perspective, appreciating the proximity of the wild landscape that frames their daily existence.
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| Location | Cranbrook, Kootenay Land District, British Columbia |
| Coordinates | 49.508056°N, 115.746944°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Standard Time — no DST (UTC−7) |
| Postal FSA | V1C |
| Area Code | 236, 250, 604, 672, 778 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Cranbrook, British Columbia Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Cranbrook, British Columbia, 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 Cranbrook includes coordinates 49.508056°N, 115.746944°W, situated in Kootenay Land District. Postal FSA: V1C. Telephone area code: 236, 250, 604, 672, 778. Timezone: Mountain Standard Time — no DST (UTC−7).
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.