Calgary
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Calgary month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Calgary are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 22–24°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 24°C), February the coldest (average low -13°C), and June the wettest (about 101 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.4 | -11.3 | 13 | 6.0 |
| February | -2.2 | -13.2 | 22 | 7.2 |
| March | 4.8 | -7.7 | 24 | 8.8 |
| April | 11.1 | -2.0 | 34 | 10.4 |
| May | 18.1 | 4.2 | 59 | 11.4 |
| June | 21.5 | 8.6 | 101 | 12.7 |
| July | 24.1 | 11.3 | 71 | 13.3 |
| August | 24.2 | 10.8 | 54 | 11.9 |
| September | 19.5 | 6.8 | 32 | 9.8 |
| October | 11.1 | 0.0 | 31 | 7.7 |
| November | 3.3 | -6.0 | 24 | 5.7 |
| December | -2.5 | -11.5 | 22 | 5.1 |
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- Documented history · 1787
In 1787, David Thompson, a 17-year-old cartographer with the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC), spent the winter with a band of Piikani Nation encamped along the Bow River.
- Documented history · 1873
John Glenn was the first documented European settler in the Calgary area, in 1873.
- Documented history · 1875
In spring 1875, three priests – Lacombe, Remus, and Scollen – built a small log cabin on the banks of the Elbow River.
- Documented history · 1876
Edward Blake, at the time Minister of Justice, agreed with the name and in the spring of 1876, Fort Calgary was officially established.
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01 · OverviewCalgary, in brief
Calgary is a city in the Canadian province of Alberta. It lies at the confluence of the Bow River and the Elbow River in the transitional zone between the Rocky Mountain Foothills and the Canadian Prairies.
Where is Calgary situated within Canada?
The city sits at latitude 51.05011 ° N and longitude ‑114.08529 ° W, placing it about 80 kilometres east of the front ranges of the Canadian Rockies. It is 280 kilometres south of the provincial capital Edmonton, 295 kilometres northwest of Medicine Hat, and roughly 240 kilometres north of the Canada‑United States border. Calgary anchors the southern end of the Statistics Canada‑defined Calgary‑Edmonton Corridor, a major east‑west urban spine.
What are the city’s physical characteristics?
At an elevation of 1 048 metres above sea level, Calgary enjoys a relatively high‑plain setting. The city operates in the America/Edmonton time zone and uses the Canadian dollar (CAD) as its currency. Official languages include English (en‑CA), French (fr‑CA) and Inuit (iu). As of the 2021 census, the city proper recorded a population of 1 306 784, making it the third‑largest city in Canada.
How does Calgary relate to surrounding regions?
Geographically, Calgary forms a bridge between the prairie expanse to the east and the mountainous terrain to the west. Its position at the meeting point of two rivers has historically defined settlement patterns and continues to shape urban development. The proximity to the Rockies supports a tourism economy centred on outdoor recreation, while the flat surrounding plains facilitate energy extraction, agriculture and transportation networks that extend throughout western Canada.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Latitude | 51.05011 ° N |
| Longitude | ‑114.08529 ° W |
| Elevation | 1 048 m |
| Population (2021) | 1 306 784 |
| Time zone | America/Edmonton |
| Currency | CAD |
| Languages | en‑CA, fr‑CA, iu |
| Capital status | Not a provincial capital |
For a comprehensive overview, see the Calgary article on Wikipedia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Calgary
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01 · Q&AWhere is Calgary located and what are its coordinates?
Calgary is situated in Canada at geographic coordinates 51.0501, -114.0853 with an elevation of 1048 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Calgary?
Calgary has a recorded population of approximately 1,306,784 and observes the America/Edmonton time zone (CAD).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Calgary?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Calgary include en-CA, fr-CA, iu, and the circulating currency is CAD.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Calgary?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Calgary, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.