Mount Alberta
Mountain Alpine peak in the Canadian Rockies, challenging climbs
In Alberta’s Rockies, Mount Alberta is a technical alpine peak favored by experienced climbers for steep ridges, glacier travel and classic mountaineering routes.
How to Get to Mount Alberta #
Mount Alberta is in the Canadian Rockies (Alberta province). Access starts from parks and trailheads in the region; most climbing parties arrange approaches from Jasper or nearby mountain towns. Technical climbing experience and logistical planning are required.
Tips for Visiting Mount Alberta #
- Mount Alberta is a serious alpine objective-only attempt with mountaineering experience and proper equipment.
- Climbs involve technical rock and ice routes; hire an experienced guide and check current route conditions.
- Plan for unpredictable mountain weather and allow several days for approach and summit attempts.
Best Time to Visit Mount Alberta #
High summer is the main climbing season for Mount Alberta; spring and autumn climbs are possible but more hazardous due to snow and ice.
Weather & Climate near Mount Alberta #
Mount Alberta's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -19°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1226 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -19°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -17°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -16°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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May
May is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (124 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).
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October
October is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (124 mm).
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December
December is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -19°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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