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Fort Macleod Climate by Month

The climate in Fort Macleod is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Fort Macleod, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in July to a very cold 0°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -10°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Fort Macleod receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 502 mm. The climate in Fort Macleod shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in June, with an average of 106 mm of precipitation over 9 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 19 mm of snowfall over 7 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Fort Macleod in Canada

During the months of June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is winter in Fort Macleod?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Fort Macleod?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Fort Macleod?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Fort Macleod?
    June tops the wettest month list with 106 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Fort Macleod?
    January is the driest month with 19 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Fort Macleod

    Sun   Dec 15
    6°C | -2°C
    SW 32 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    -2°C | -8°C
    E 11 km/h
    3.9 mm
    broken clouds and slight snow

    broken clouds and slight snow

    Tue   Dec 17
    -7°C | -14°C
    E 11 km/h
    3.7 mm
    overcast and slight snow

    overcast and slight snow