Fort Saskatchewan (AB) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Fort Saskatchewan is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -7°C (19°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 11°C (52°F) in July to -16°C (3°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Fort Saskatchewan receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 512 mm (20 in) annually. Fort Saskatchewan can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 17 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation spread across 6 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Fort Saskatchewan Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Fort Saskatchewan can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.8 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Fort Saskatchewan.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 65%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 40%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year