Mount Andromeda (Alberta)

Mountain Subalpine peak in Alberta's Rockies near glaciers

An alpine summit in Alberta’s Rockies, Mount Andromeda attracts climbers and ski‑tourers seeking high ridge traverses and glacier travel in remote terrain.

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Mount Andromeda (Alberta)
52.1763, -117.2347

How to Get to Mount Andromeda (Alberta) #

Mount Andromeda is in Alberta’s high alpine region. Approaches depend on the chosen route and common base towns such as Jasper; climbs require technical mountaineering planning and local route information.

Tips for Visiting Mount Andromeda (Alberta) #

  • Climbers should plan for technical alpine conditions and hire local guides if unfamiliar with the route.
  • Check park regulations and weather forecasts before attempting approaches in the alpine zone.

Best Time to Visit Mount Andromeda (Alberta) #

High summer provides the most reliable climbing weather; shoulder seasons bring more snow and unstable conditions.

Summer
July-September · -5-10°C (higher elevations)
Typical climbing window for peaks in Alberta-long daylight and improved conditions.

Weather & Climate near Mount Andromeda (Alberta) #

Climate

Mount Andromeda (Alberta)'s climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -20°C to 9°C. Abundant rainfall (1173 mm/year), wettest in June.

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

January

January is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -20°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-20° -8°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -18°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-18° -7°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -7°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -4°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-7°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (120 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (120 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -16°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-16° -6°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is the coldest month with highs of -9°C and lows of -19°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-19° -9°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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