Old Fort 217Old Fort 217 at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Old Fort 217
Summer months provide the most accessible window due to snow and cold at other times.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 40-70°F (4-21°C)
Short northern summers are the most practical time for visits and research access.
Weather & Climate near Old Fort 217
Climate
Old Fort 217'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 -28°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 23
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-28°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -28° - -17° | -29° | 20 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -24° - -11° | -24° | 18 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -17° - -3° | -16° | 18 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -5° - 8° | -2° | 18 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 3° - 16° | 7° | 29 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 8° - 21° | 15° | 48 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 23° | 17° | 67 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 9° - 22° | 15° | 51 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 4° - 14° | 7° | 42 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -3° - 6° | -1° | 32 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -15° - -6° | -15° | 23 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -24° - -14° | -25° | 21 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Old Fort 217
Access is typically by regional roads or by chartered bush flights depending on the exact location in northern Alberta. Local contacts and permissions may be required.
Tips for Visiting Old Fort 217
- Many small historic and cultural details are recorded locally-contact First Nations offices for background before visiting.
- Respect local conditions and seasons; northern Alberta's weather can be extreme and services are sparse.