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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Northern Focus Weather Desk. Data from Environment and Climate Change Canada and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Check the live forecast above for the most recent radar image of Edmonton. Because spring and summer storms can develop in minutes, glancing at the radar helps you time your commute, your golf game, or your walk along the river valley.
What does the Edmonton weather radar actually show?
The live forecast above draws from Environment and Climate Change Canada’s radar at Carvel, northwest of the city. It displays precipitation intensity — light blues for drizzle, reds and magenta for heavy rain or hail — and tracks how fast those cells are moving. For the broadest view, toggle between short-range and long-range loops; the 24‑hour archive is especially useful when you need to see “edmonton weather radar 24 hours” to judge whether a line of storms will hold together overnight.
How far ahead can I plan with radar?
Radar gives you now‑cast information, not a week‑out forecast. For “weather edmonton 14 days”, combine the live picture with our Edmonton Weather page, which carries the official 14‑day outlook. If you see heavy echoes moving east‑northeast, that’s a cue to check Calgary Weather later in the day — systems often follow the same corridor across central Alberta.
Is the Edmonton weather radar available 24 hours?
Yes, the radar runs continuously. At night it uses a lower power setting, so very light drizzle may be missed, but moderate to heavy precipitation remains clearly visible. You can also view “alberta weather radar live” through the same tool.
Why does the radar sometimes show “ground clutter” near Edmonton?
Static objects like towers, buildings, and hills can produce faint echoes, especially during clear weather. The National Radar Program filters most of this, but small false returns still appear close to the radar site — a normal feature of all weather radars.
Where can I see “accuweather edmonton radar” or the “edmonton radar weather network” feed?
“AccuWeather Edmonton radar” refers to a third‑party interpretation of the same government data. The Weather Network also repackages the Environment Canada feed. For the most authoritative and unmodified view, we recommend the Environment Canada radar page linked below.