Exshaw, AB

Alberta

Exshaw is a small town in Alberta with a population of 449.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

449 Population 0/sq mi density
36°F Avg Temperature

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How Exshaw Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population449
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation4,295 ft (1,309 m)
Exshaw has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,295 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)

Geography

Elevation4,295 ft (1,309 m)
Area1,622.9 sq mi (4,203.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates51.0590°N, 115.1652°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"
41% below US avg
Snowfall 7.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.46"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.7 on Jan 26, 2025.

May 19, 1996 4 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.2 147 km
Feb 14, 2021 5 km N of Banff, Canada M4.1 33 km
Nov 19, 1994 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.0 126 km
Oct 19, 1996 26 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 129 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 139 km
Aug 9, 2014 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.8 124 km
Jan 26, 2025 58 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.7 83 km
Oct 19, 1996 30 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 120 km
Aug 13, 1998 67 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.6 95 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 23 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 114 km
Oct 29, 1998 36 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 120 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 78 km
May 5, 2005 56 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.4 127 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 147 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 138 km
Apr 23, 1999 34 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.0 120 km
Apr 24, 1996 33 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 122 km
Apr 10, 2011 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada M2.9 85 km
Feb 10, 2016 29 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada M2.8 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.4 in
April 35°F (1°C) 1.9 in
May 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
June 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
September 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
October 38°F (4°C) 1.3 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 1.2 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 1.0 in

Exshaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 16°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Exshaw

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Exshaw School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Exshaw

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Exshaw

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canmore Museum & Geoscience Centre
North West Mounted Police Barracks

Libraries in Exshaw

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bighorn Library0.0
Public Library of Canmore0.0

Farmers Markets in Exshaw

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Canmore Mountain Market

Hotels in Exshaw

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crosswaters Resort
Mount Kidd Manor
Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge

Clinics in Exshaw

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First Aid

Gas Stations in Exshaw

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB Fuels

Golf Courses in Exshaw

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kananaskis Country Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Exshaw

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Ski Resorts Near Exshaw

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Fortress Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fortress Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Banff Sunshine Village 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Exshaw

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anchor 9 Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Arkayla Springs Airport-Small Airport
Banff AirportYBASmall Airport
Fairmont Hot Springs AirportYCZSmall Airport
Red Deer Forestry Airport-Small Airport
Sundre / Goodwins Farm Airport-Small Airport
Sundre Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Exshaw

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Exshaw Post Office

Treatment Centers in Exshaw

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Rocky Mountain Rehab

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Exshaw

2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Exshaw.

Name Description
Marmot Falls
Troll Falls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Exshaw

What is the population of Exshaw?

Exshaw has a population of 449 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,622.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Exshaw?

Exshaw has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.

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