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Chinook Country

The climate in Calgary is one of change and there are four distinct seasons to enjoy. There can be differences in weather patterns from one side of the city to the other during any season. The temperature can range from 30C in the summer to -30C in the winter.

Alberta is blessed with the greatest number of hours of sunshine per year than any other Canadian province. During the winter months, Calgary is often blessed with the arrival of an unexpected Chinook. Raising temperatures often as much as 20 degrees in one day causing spring like conditions during the depth of winter.

Seasonal Temperatures

Canada is home to the metric system. Our temperatures are rated using the Celsius temperature scale. The freezing point is 0C which is the same as 32F.

Winter, which is generally from December until the end of February experiences average temperatures of -11C or 10F.

The renewal of spring in Calgary can often be felt starting in the beginning of March and continuing through May with temperatures averaging 9C or 42F. For up to date weather reports, check out the Environment Canada website.









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