Crowfoot Mountain (Alberta)

Mountain Alberta peak above Crowfoot Glacier in Banff

A peak in the Canadian Rockies beside the Crowfoot Glacier; seen from scenic drives and approached by mountaineers for glacier views, technical climbs and backcountry skiing.

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Crowfoot Mountain (Alberta)
51.6333, -116.4522

How to Get to Crowfoot Mountain (Alberta) #

Nearest access is via the Icefields Parkway (Highway 93), with parking and viewpoints along the route. For climbs or glacier travel, coordinate with local guides and use established access points from nearby trailheads.

Tips for Visiting Crowfoot Mountain (Alberta) #

  • View the mountain from the Icefields Parkway for safe vantage points and dramatic glacier perspectives without technical climbing.
  • If attempting a climb, ensure glacier-travel skills and proper equipment; the area includes crevassed terrain and objective hazards.

Best Time to Visit Crowfoot Mountain (Alberta) #

Best seen or climbed in summer when access and weather are most favorable; always treat as true alpine terrain.

Summer (Jun-Sep)
Jun-Sep · 30-60°F (-1°C to 16°C)
Classic climbing and viewing season, though weather remains alpine and can be changeable.
Late Spring / Early Summer (May-Jun)
May-Jun · 20-50°F (-6°C to 10°C)
Snow may still cover approaches; glacier travel can be more difficult but photo conditions are excellent.

Weather & Climate near Crowfoot Mountain (Alberta) #

Climate

Crowfoot Mountain (Alberta)'s climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -20°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1086 mm/year), wettest in June.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
13°
Warmest Month
-20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -9°C and lows of -20°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-20° -9°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -18°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-18° -6°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -16°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-16° -5°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° -2°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (111 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-15° -5°

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -20°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-20° -9°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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