The Calgary area enjoys a mild and ever-changing climate. During the summer months the temperatures can vary dramatically, with temperatures soaring into the 30s and dropping far below that during the night. Calgary has the sunniest winter months with an average of 2,300 hours of sunshine annually.

Because of its close proximity to the mountains the region has become famous for its Chinooks; a warm, dry wind, most noticeable in the winter, that causes the temperature to rise above freezing.

Calgary is ranked first out of Canada's 100 largest cities by Environment Canada for the sunniest days year-round and in the winter.

Calgary weather norm fast facts

Summer temperature (June - August)

• Daily average: 15.2C (59.4F)
• Daily maximum: 21.9C (71.4F)

Winter temperature (December - February)

• Daily average: -7.5C (18.5F)
• Daily maximum: -1.4C (29.5F)

Rainfall per year is 321mm (12.6 inches)
Snowfall per year is 127cm (50 inches)

(Source: Environment Canada)

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