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Edmonton weather in °C
Current conditions and a 7-day forecast, plus a Ukrainian-language primer for newcomers.
Right now in Edmonton · Thursday, August 27
7-day forecast
Weather data from Open-Meteo, updated every 15 minutes.
Understanding Edmonton weather
Edmonton has one of the widest annual temperature ranges of any major Canadian city — long, cold winters and short, warm summers. Below is a plain-language primer for newcomers, in Ukrainian and English.
Seasons at a glance
Winter (Dec–Mar)
Daytime highs usually −5 to −15°C. Cold snaps can drop to −30°C or colder for a few days. Days are short — sunset before 5 pm in December.
Spring (Apr–May)
Snow melts through April. Highs climb from 5 to 15°C. Late-season snow squalls happen — don't put away winter tires until May.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Warm and dry — highs 20 to 28°C, sometimes 30°C+. Long daylight (sunset near 10 pm in June). Thunderstorms in July.
Fall (Sep–Nov)
Beautiful in September; snow can arrive in October. By November highs drop below freezing.
Wind chill vs actual temperature
Environment Canada reports wind chill ("feels like") separately from the actual air temperature. At −20°C with a light wind, exposed skin can feel like −30°C. Dress for the wind chill number.
First-winter checklist for newcomers
- Parka rated to −30°C (down or synthetic).
- Insulated waterproof boots.
- Toque, thick gloves or mittens, neck warmer.
- Thermal base layer (merino or synthetic — avoid cotton).
- Winter tires from November to April (legally required for many mountain trips, essential in Edmonton).
Common questions from Ukrainian newcomers
How cold does Edmonton get in winter?+
Most winter days sit between −5 and −20°C. Extreme cold snaps of −30°C or colder happen a few times each winter, usually for 3–7 days.
When does winter start in Edmonton?+
First lasting snow usually arrives in early November. Winter conditions run through mid-March.
Is Edmonton colder than Kyiv?+
Yes — Edmonton winters are noticeably colder and drier than Kyiv, and last longer. Summer highs are similar.
What should I wear at −30°C?+
Parka rated to at least −30°C, thermal base layer, insulated waterproof boots, wool socks, toque, mittens (warmer than gloves), and a neck warmer or balaclava. Cover all exposed skin.