Red Deer, Alberta Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Red Deer get?

Red Deer gets 392 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 117 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 53% of Canada.

July is the wettest month, with 85 mm. February is the driest, with 11 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 27 days, to January 24, 2023.

Does it snow in Red Deer?

The snowiest winter on record is 1996–97, with 161 cm.

Red Deer weather by month

Red Deer weather in January

In January, Red Deer averages a high of -5°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The January record high is 12°C (2015) and the record low is -44°C (2024).

Red Deer weather in February

In February, Red Deer averages a high of -3°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 13°C (2006) and the record low is -42°C (1996).

Red Deer weather in March

In March, Red Deer averages a high of 2°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2004) and the record low is -39°C (2014).

Red Deer weather in April

In April, Red Deer averages a high of 10°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The April record high is 27°C (2016) and the record low is -27°C (2018).

Red Deer weather in May

In May, Red Deer averages a high of 17°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2006) and the record low is -12°C (2005). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Red Deer weather in June

In June, Red Deer averages a high of 20°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (2021) and the record low is -3°C (2009). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Red Deer weather in July

In July, Red Deer averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (2021) and the record low is 1°C (1993).

Red Deer weather in August

In August, Red Deer averages a high of 22°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2018) and the record low is 0°C (2007). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Red Deer weather in September

In September, Red Deer averages a high of 18°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2009) and the record low is -8°C (2004). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Red Deer weather in October

In October, Red Deer averages a high of 11°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (2008) and the record low is -20°C (2002).

Red Deer weather in November

In November, Red Deer averages a high of 1°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The November record high is 22°C (2016) and the record low is -34°C (2010).

Red Deer weather in December

In December, Red Deer averages a high of -4°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The December record high is 15°C (1997) and the record low is -40°C (1996).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Red Deer

September is the sunniest month in Red Deer, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest, at 29%. Over the year the sun shines about 40% of daylight hours. Red Deer is sunnier than 81% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in December at 77% and is lowest in April at 54%.

Red Deer has about 2 days a year above 32°C. Red Deer is cooler than 81% of Canada.

First and last freeze in Red Deer

The first fall freeze in Red Deer typically comes around September 17, and the last spring freeze around May 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 118 days.

Red Deer weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Red Deer station is 37°C, on August 10, 2018. The coldest is -44°C, on January 19, 1996.

The wettest day on record brought 65 mm of rain, on July 13, 2010.

43 all-time records have been set at the station since 1993.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1995.

The best time to visit Red Deer

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -4°C and lows near -16°C. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near -4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 8°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near -3°C.

Red Deer climate questions

How much rain does Red Deer get?

Red Deer gets 392 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 117 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Red Deer?

July is the wettest month in Red Deer, with 85 mm. February is the driest, with 11 mm.

How many rainy days does Red Deer have a year?

Red Deer has about 117 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Red Deer?

July is the warmest month in Red Deer, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Red Deer?

January is the coldest month in Red Deer, with an average low of -17°C.

What is the record high temperature in Red Deer?

The record high at the Red Deer station is 37°C, set on August 10, 2018. The record low is -44°C, on January 19, 1996.

What is the sunniest month in Red Deer?

September is the sunniest month in Red Deer, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Red Deer?

The first fall freeze in Red Deer typically comes around September 17. The last spring freeze is around May 22.

What is the best time to visit Red Deer?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.