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Weather Near Calgary, Ab

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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the True North Brief Weather Desk. Data from Environment and Climate Change Canada and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

Based on the live forecast above, conditions near Calgary are mild and stable — expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the low to mid‑teens. A weak ridge keeps any precipitation well to the north, so plan for dry, calm weather through the afternoon.

Current conditions: what the numbers mean

The live forecast above shows a temperature near 14 °C with a light west wind at 12 km/h. Relative humidity sits around 48 %, making the air feel comfortable rather than sticky. Visibility stretches past 24 kilometres, and barometric pressure is steady, suggesting no immediate shift. In plain English, it’s a textbook late‑spring afternoon in the Calgary area — stable enough for outdoor plans but dress in layers if you’ll be out after sunset, when temperatures drop quickly.

What to expect in the coming days

A trough moving off the Rockies could bring a 30 % chance of light showers late Thursday, but accumulations will be minimal — under 2 mm. Highs remain near seasonal norms (15–17 °C) through the weekend. The next more‑significant system appears early next week; check the Canada weather hub for updates.

Wind12 km/h from the west, gusts to 20 km/h
Humidity48 %
Visibility24 km
Pressure101.6 kPa, steady
Is it raining near Calgary right now?

No — the live forecast above shows no precipitation in the immediate area. Radar imagery confirms dry air across the city and its southern suburbs. Showers are possible north of Airdrie but will not affect Calgary’s core today.

When will the next chance of rain arrive?

A weak trough crosses the foothills late Thursday, bringing a 30 % chance of light rain — likely less than 2 mm. Most of the precipitation stays west of the city. The next better chance comes on Tuesday, when a Pacific system may deliver more widespread showers.

How does today’s weather compare to the Calgary average?

Today’s high of roughly 16 °C sits within 1 degree of the historical average for early June in Calgary. West winds at 12 km/h are also typical. The only notable difference is the absence of convective cloud; summer afternoons often see thunderstorm development, but the atmosphere is too stable today.

For more detail, visit our Calgary Weather page or the Canada weather hub for regional outlooks.