Fredericton, New Brunswick Weather
Fredericton, New Brunswick — 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 Fredericton in York.
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About Fredericton, New Brunswick
Fredericton is a city in York, New Brunswick, Canada. It has a population of 63,116. Fredericton is located at 45.9453°N, 66.6667°W. It observes Atlantic Time (UTC−4 / −3). Postal code area: E3C.
Fredericton sits with a quiet grace upon the Maryland Hill, overlooking the slow, deliberate passage of the Saint John River. It lies 12.3 km east-south-east of Central York, NB (from Central York, NB: bearing 116°T), and is situated 7.4 km north of New Maryland. The air here holds a particular clarity, especially at dusk when the light flattens against the water, turning the surface into a sheet of hammered silver. Beyond the immediate reach of the streets, the landscape retains a wilder character, with the Réserve de la faune O'dell providing a wooded sanctuary just a short distance away. Farther out, the stillness of Tower Lake anchors the surrounding terrain, offering a point of reflection in a region defined by its deep, green horizons and the persistent, low-voiced movement of the river. Long before the current streets were laid out, the land served as a vital meeting place for the Wolastoqiyik, whose presence remains a foundational element of the region. European interest eventually brought a different sort of permanence, as the site transformed through colonial ambitions into a strategic administrative hub. The transition from Indigenous stewardship to a burgeoning settlement left layers of history that are still visible in the architecture and the orientation of the streets toward the water. Fredericton carries these histories in its bones, balancing the weight of past centuries with a modern persistence that ensures the original character of the riverbank is never entirely lost. The economy of Fredericton functions as a steady engine, driven largely by its role as a seat of government and a center for higher education. Large provincial institutions and the presence of the legislature create a professional climate that supports a diverse range of local commerce and public service. While the halls of power hum with the business of governing, the city also benefits from the intellectual vitality of its universities, which draw students and researchers into the local orbit. This professional core provides a stable foundation, allowing the daily life of the streets to maintain a focus on innovation and public discourse without sacrificing the local focus on community well-being. Cultural life in Fredericton flourishes through a dedication to the arts and a calendar filled with festivals that bring the population together under the seasonal skies. The city serves as a home to significant provincial institutions and museums that house the artifacts and narratives of the region, ensuring that local identity remains sharp and well-defined. While there are no professional sports teams from the major leagues like the NHL, CFL, NBA, MLS, or MLB, the local spirit finds expression in vigorous collegiate athletics and a deep commitment to homegrown traditions. Famous authors and public figures who have walked these streets often return to the influence of the river and the quiet woods, finding in the landscape a source of inspiration that persists long after they have moved on.
Fredericton s'étire avec une élégance tranquille sur les pentes de la colline Maryland, là où la lumière déclinante du soir semble s'attarder sur les courbes de la rivière Saint John. Dans ce repli du Nouveau-Brunswick, le terrain s'élève doucement, portant en lui le souvenir des premières installations coloniales et l'héritage profond des peuples autochtones qui occupaient ces rives fertiles bien avant l'arrivée des bâtisseurs. À un kilomètre à peine, la Réserve de la faune O'dell offre un sanctuaire de silence boisé, véritable poumon végétal dont la fraîcheur se déverse sur les rues ordonnées lors des étés lourds d'humidité. Plus loin, vers le lac Tower, le paysage s'ouvre sur une étendue plus sauvage, soulignant la proximité constante d'une nature qui dicte encore le rythme des jours. Fredericton cultive une identité où se mêlent la rigueur des fonctions administratives et la douceur d'une vie rythmée par le passage des courants. L'air y possède une texture particulière, chargée de l'humidité des eaux et du souffle des forêts environnantes, enveloppant les demeures historiques et les institutions académiques d'une aura de pérennité. Ici, chaque détail du relief, du dénivelé de la colline Maryland jusqu'aux abords de la rivière Saint John, dessine une géographie intime, familière et résolument tournée vers la préservation de son caractère singulier.
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| Location | Fredericton, York, New Brunswick |
| Coordinates | 45.945278°N, 66.666667°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic Time (UTC−4 / −3) |
| Postal FSA | E3C |
| Area Code | 506 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Fredericton, New Brunswick Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Fredericton, New Brunswick, 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 Fredericton includes coordinates 45.945278°N, 66.666667°W, situated in York. Postal FSA: E3C. Telephone area code: 506. Timezone: Atlantic Time (UTC−4 / −3).
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.