Fort Vermilion 173B
Reservation Northern Alberta Indigenous reserve community
How to Get to Fort Vermilion 173B #
Fort Vermilion area is accessed via Highway 88 north from High Prairie and points south, or via regional feeders from Peace River. Local travel often requires two-wheel drive in summer but can be remote and seasonal; plan logistics carefully and confirm road conditions with local authorities.
Tips for Visiting Fort Vermilion 173B #
- This is a very remote area of northern Alberta; prepare for limited services and bring satellite communication if traveling far off-road.
- Respect local hunting and trapping seasons and obtain any necessary permissions.
- Combine with a visit to the Fort Vermilion area for supplies.
Best Time to Visit Fort Vermilion 173B #
Best visited in summer when the northern roads and services are most reliable; winters are harsh and limit access.
Weather & Climate near Fort Vermilion 173B #
Fort Vermilion 173B's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -26°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -17°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -23°C. The driest month with just 18 mm.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -4°C. The driest month with just 18 mm.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall.
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