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Canmore quick facts


  • Year established: 1883

  • Population (2009 census): 17,970

  • Population (permanent residents - 2009): 12,226

  • Population (non-permanent residents - 2009): 5,744

  • Population (registered dogs - 2009): 1,645

  • Population (registered cats - 2009): 1,140

  • Elevation: 1,309m (4,296 ft)

  • Latitude: 51.087977, Longitude: -115.349418

  • Snowfall (year): 2.44m (96.1")

  • Rainfall (year): 281 mm (11.06")

  • Wettest month (though not guaranteed): June

  • Frost free days (year): 158

  • Average temperatures: July/Aug: 21°C (70°F), night-time lows 7°C (45°F)
    Nov-Mar: -12°C (6° F)
    Dec/Jan: -30°C (-22°F)

  • UV rating: high to extremely high year round
sun amp; ice day on the Bow River, Canmore