Alberta Weather and Climate Guide

The frigid temperatures of Alberta winters are sometimes disrupted by warm winter winds. These warm winds, called Chinooks, are a climatic condition that occurs mostly in Alberta, although they can occur as far south as Albuquerque, New Mexico. These winds can raise temperatures by 40°F in less than an hour. Chinook days occur 30-35 times throughout Alberta's long winters, and are most prevalent over Southern Alberta. In summer, the eastern-central area of the province gets over 2,500 hours of sunlight each year, making Alberta home to the sunniest spot in Canada. In this video, http://www.WatchMojo.com learns more about the climate of Alberta. read more...