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Alberta Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Alberta, Canada in April.

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Planning a journey to Alberta, Canada this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Alberta in April

Alberta, Canada is a region in Canada. The weather in Alberta in April can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Cape Hooper at -13°C (9°F) and mild in Taber at 14°C (57°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Taber and -18°C (0°F) in Cape Hooper.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Alberta, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in High Level with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Waterton Park with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this April. For example, Calgary gets approximately 222 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Alberta in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Alberta.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Alberta

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Alberta, Canada?

Temperature range in Alberta (April)

Precipitation variation in Alberta (April)

Calgary

In April Calgary generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
222 hours
250 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Calgary →

Edmonton

In April Edmonton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
244 hours
280 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Edmonton →

Jasper

In April Jasper generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
201 hours
228 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jasper →

Canmore

In April Canmore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
160 hours
203 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Canmore →

Banff

In April Banff generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
160 hours
203 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Banff →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Alberta, in Canada.

In our records: Canada April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Canada in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest April day in Canada brought 290 mm (11 in) in Niagara on the Lake on April 27, 1981.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Alberta in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jasper 4°C (39°F) -7°C (19°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Calgary 12°C (54°F) -2°C (28°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Edmonton 11°C (52°F) -2°C (28°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Canmore 4°C (39°F) -7°C (19°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Banff 3°C (37°F) -8°C (18°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Lake Louise 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Alberta weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Alberta, Canada in April?

In April, Alberta, Canada generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Calgary sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly -2°C (28°F).

What is the average temperature in Alberta, Canada in April?

Calgary averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in April, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

Does Alberta, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Alberta, Canada. Calgary averages only about 45 mm (1.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Alberta, Canada?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Alberta, Canada due to the typically unpleasant weather in Calgary.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Calgary. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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