Latest Weather News - Edmonton

• Trans Mountain pipeline pays $196K penalty for environmental lapses after 2024 storm

  The company that operates the Trans Mountain pipeline has paid a $196,000 fine for environmental lapses along its B.C. pipeline route in the aftermath of a massive Jan. 2024 storm.

  Environment

  2 hours
• Atmospheric river to brings heavy rain to B.C. Wednesday, prompting flood warnings

  Environment Canada has issued warnings using its new colour-coded alert system for an atmospheric river, which is expected to arrive on the coast on Tuesday evening.

  Weather

  Dec 9
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• Severe August storms caused $235 million in damage across the Prairies

  The Insurance Bureau of Canada says a line of storms that swept across Western Canada on Aug. 20 and 21, 2025, caused more than $235 million in insured damages.

  Weather

  Dec 8
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• Parts of northern Alberta slated to see upwards of 30 cm of snow by Tuesday

  Many parts of north and southeastern Alberta are expected to get a blast of wintry weather Monday.

  Weather

  Dec 8
• Edmonton ski hills eager to welcome snow enthusiasts back to the slopes

  While many Albertans enjoyed a long, balmy fall — cooler temperatures and a blast of winter weather is a welcome sight for ski hills in the Edmonton region.

  Lifestyle

  Nov 28
• Winter arrives with a vengeance in Alberta with more snow, cold in forecast

  Just days after the first significant snowfall of the winter, there is another storm system bearing down on Alberta that will bring more snow and frigid temperatures.

  Environment

  Nov 26
• Canada launches new alert system to protect people in extreme weather

  Environment and Climate Change Canada will now be using a colour-coded system to make it easier to understand the severity of extreme weather.

  Weather

  Nov 26
• Flight delays and cancellations at Calgary airport leave travellers scrambling

  Heavy wet snow forced the cancellation or delay of dozens of flights at Calgary International Airport on Monday, leaving travellers scrambling to make alternate plans.

  Weather

  Nov 24
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• Polar vortex set to bring ‘harsh early start to winter’ across Canada

  A polar vortex — a large area of low pressure — is heading south from the Arctic, bringing with it cold weather across many parts of Canada.

  Weather

  Nov 24
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• Heavy snow causes chaos on the roads in southern Alberta

  It was chaos on many streets and roads Monday morning after a heavy band of snow fell over an area stretching from southeastern B.C. into Saskatchewan.

  Environment

  Nov 24
• RCMP warn to stay off Highway 63 as freezing rain causes crashes, traffic standstill

  Freezing rain on Highway 63, south of Fort McMurray, turned the road into a skating rink that RCMP said led to semis and other vehicles going off the road and halting traffic.

  Trending

  Nov 21
• Transportation Safety Board investigating plane crash at Lethbridge Airport

  The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is investigating after a twin-engine Cessna was forced to make a crash landing at the Lethbridge Airport on Thursday.

  Investigations

  Nov 14
• Heavy snow forecast prompts warning of possible avalanches in Rocky Mountains

  A forecast of heavy snow and temperature swings in areas around Banff and Jasper over the next few days has prompted warnings about possible avalanches and road closures.

  Weather

  Nov 13
• Warm weather stalls Marmot Basin opening, delays winter activities in Jasper

  Ski season is off to a later-than-expected start in Jasper, thanks to a warm pre-winter season. But locals are confident the snow will fly soon enough.

  Weather

  Nov 12
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• Calgary transit switching buses to ‘all-weather’ tires to improve winter traction

  Calgary Transit is replacing the all-season tires on all its buses with all-weather tires, in hopes the vehicles will have an easier time navigating city streets in the winter.

  Weather

  Nov 12
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• Wind gusts in southern Alberta could top 115 km/h, Environment Canada warns

  Residents of Banff were busy cleaning up Monday morning after a strong wind storm toppled trees and blocked roads overnight in the mountain town.

  Weather

  Nov 10
• Rain and snow expected overnight in Edmonton ahead of Thursday commute

  A fast-moving and fast-developing system will arrive over the Edmonton area on Wednesday night as the temperature hovers around freezing — a recipe for poor road conditions.

  Weather

  Nov 5
• Rocky Mountain ski resorts open early this year, hoping for a La Nina winter

  With the weather phenomena known as La Nina expected to make its return this winter, it is shaping up to be a banner ski season on Alberta's Rocky Mountain ski hills.

  Economy

  Nov 4
• Parks Canada releases two reports on Jasper fire confirming cause, development

  The fire destroyed a third of the town in July 2024 and forced 25,000 residents and visitors to flee.

  Canada

  Oct 21
• Trans Mountain faces $292k environmental fines after 2024 B.C. rainstorm: regulator

  Trans Mountain is facing $292,000 in regulatory fines for alleged environmental issues during a major rainstorm in B.C.'s Fraser Valley in January 2024.

  Economy

  Oct 16
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• Thanksgiving weekend forecast includes snow for parts of southern Alberta

  This year's Thanksgiving dinner could also come with a helping of snow and freezing rain in parts of southern Alberta, especially the Foothills and mountain parks.

  Weather

  Oct 10
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• Fall forecast: Canadians to see above-normal temperatures in a wet autumn

  Canadians can expect a warmer than normal fall season in the coming months, but meteorologists say that will turn cold near the end of November, with more rainfall than the summer.

  Weather

  Sep 22
• ‘A spooky season’: Drought and heat reducing pumpkin yield in Canadian farms

  Drought and extreme heat are cutting into the size and supply of pumpkins that are usually carved into jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween or frozen and canned for food.

  Environment

  Sep 13
• Air quality warnings issued in Alberta, Sask. as wildfire smoke blankets provinces

  Edmonton had bad air quality due to a blaze at a recycling plant over the weekend and now, wildfire smoke drifting across the Prairies is worsening conditions in Alberta and Sask.

  Weather

  Sep 1