April 17 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Calgary. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 10°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Calgary this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Calgary
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Language
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Calgary Weather Forecast for April 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.9°C. 14% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Calgary in April
Based on historical data for April 17, Calgary typically experiences temperatures between -2.6°C and 9.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Calgary
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
9.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
7.8°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
14%
Avg 0.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.6 cm
~14% chance
Pressure
1015.3 hPa
High volatility
Calgary Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 23 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 35 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 58 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
2°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Busy
67/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~197
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Calgary
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:38
☀️ Noon
12:36
🌇 Sunset
19:35
⏱️ Daylight
13h 57m
Wind Speed
15.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
58%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Calgary
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Calgary on April 17 averages 9.9°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 65/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Calgary Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 24
12.6°C • 18% rain
Score
73
April 21
11.1°C • 13% rain
Score
72
April 23
12.2°C • 18% rain
Score
71
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Calgary Worth Visiting on April 17?
Planning a trip to Calgary on April 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.9°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 197 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.6°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -9°C in 2018.