The best times to visit Drayton Valley for ideal weather are

June 18th to August 26th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Drayton Valley Travel Info

Weather in Drayton Valley

Temperature

Average temperatures in Drayton Valley vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 29th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Drayton Valley, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 76.8°F (24.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 50.8°F (10.4°C) at night.

Drayton Valley Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Drayton Valley Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Drayton Valley Perceived Temperature (F)

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Drayton Valley Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Drayton Valley Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 31.6 19.1 10.2
Feb 33 17.7 7.2
Mar 42.3 27.5 16.7
Apr 52.5 38.6 27.4
May 63.2 49.5 37.1
Jun 69.9 56.3 44.8
Jul 76.2 61.8 49.9
Aug 74.2 59.5 48.2
Sep 68.4 52.1 40
Oct 54.6 40.7 30.8
Nov 38.4 26.4 18
Dec 26.2 14.8 6.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -0.2 -7.2 -12.1
Feb 0.6 -7.9 -13.8
Mar 5.7 -2.5 -8.5
Apr 11.4 3.7 -2.6
May 17.3 9.7 2.8
Jun 21.1 13.5 7.1
Jul 24.6 16.6 9.9
Aug 23.4 15.3 9
Sep 20.2 11.2 4.4
Oct 12.6 4.8 -0.7
Nov 3.6 -3.1 -7.8
Dec -3.2 -9.6 -14.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Drayton Valley are February, March, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early September with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of September 3rd.

When can you find snow in Drayton Valley? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around July, especially close to early to mid July. The best time to ski (if at all) in Drayton Valley is often around around July 9th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Drayton Valley.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Drayton Valley (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 8.6 0.4
Feb 2% 10.3 0.2
Mar 2% 9.6 0.2
Apr 4% 3.5 0.5
May 11% 1.6 1.9
Jun 22% 4.8 2.3
Jul 20% 19.3 2.6
Aug 23% 1.2 2.6
Sep 23% 1.5 2.8
Oct 15% 1.7 1.7
Nov 16% 2.9 1.8
Dec 14% 6.8 3.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 21.8 1
Feb 2 26.2 0.5
Mar 2 24.4 0.5
Apr 4 8.9 1.3
May 11 4.1 4.8
Jun 22 12.2 5.8
Jul 20 49 6.6
Aug 23 3 6.6
Sep 23 3.8 7.1
Oct 15 4.3 4.3
Nov 16 7.4 4.6
Dec 14 17.3 8.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Drayton Valley has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (44.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (63.6%).

Wind in Drayton Valley is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and January. April’s average wind speed of around 6.8 knots (7.8 MPH or 12.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 14.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Drayton Valley.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.1 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Feb 5.3 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.8 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Apr 6.8 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
May 6.7 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Jun 5.8 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Jul 5.5 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Aug 4.9 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 10 Significant breeze
Oct 5.8 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Nov 5.5 Light breeze 10.1 Significant breeze
Dec 5.4 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54.9%
Feb 54.9%
Mar 49.7%
Apr 44.1%
May 44.8%
Jun 56.9%
Jul 59.2%
Aug 61.9%
Sep 56.4%
Oct 53.5%
Nov 58.7%
Dec 63.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Drayton Valley?

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The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Drayton Valley, AB, Canada is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Drayton Valley in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 46.8 in December means 46.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Drayton Valley Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 31.7°F (-0.2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Drayton Valley, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 7 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Drayton Valley to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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