August 6 is generally a great time to visit Calgary. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. Calgary is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Calgary
Currency
CAD
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Language
English
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Calgary Weather Forecast for August 6
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Calgary in August
Based on historical data for August 6, Calgary typically experiences temperatures between 11.5°C and 23°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Calgary
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
23°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.4°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 1.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
48%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1013.3 hPa
Medium volatility
Calgary Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 84% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.8°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
90/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~266
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Calgary
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:10
☀️ Noon
12:43
🌇 Sunset
20:16
⏱️ Daylight
15h 5m
Wind Speed
14.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
68%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Calgary
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
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 August 6 averages 23°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— 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
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July 30
24.7°C • 13% rain
Score
100
July 31
25°C • 13% rain
Score
100
August 1
24.8°C • 16% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is Calgary Worth Visiting on August 6?
Planning a trip to Calgary on August 6? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 266 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 August 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.2°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 7.5°C in 2022.