Fort McMurray, AB
Alberta
Fort McMurray is a mid-size city in Alberta with a population of 66,573.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Fort McMurray Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.7°F |
| 32% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 823 ft (251 m) |
| Area | 83.3 sq mi (215.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 799/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.7268°N, 111.3810°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 2°F (-17°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
Fort McMurray has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 2°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (0.7").
Colleges & Universities in Fort McMurray
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keyano College | - | - | - | - | - |
Schools in Fort McMurray
25 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort McMurray Islamic School | - | - | - | - |
| Father Patrick Mercredi Community High School | - | - | - | - |
| Fort McMurray Composite High School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Trinity Catholic High School | - | - | - | - |
| École Boréale | - | - | - | - |
| Elsie Yanik Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Dave McNeilly Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Christina Gordon Public School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Martha School | - | - | - | - |
| Walter And Gladys Hill Public School | - | - | - | - |
| École McTavish Public High School | - | - | - | - |
| Father Beauregard School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Anne School | - | - | - | - |
| Westview Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Frank Spragins High School | - | - | - | - |
| St.Gabriel School | - | - | - | - |
| Sister Mary Phillips School | - | - | - | - |
| Dickinsfield School | - | - | - | - |
| Greely Road School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of the Rivers Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Dr. K.A. Clark School | - | - | - | - |
| Westwood Community High School | - | - | - | - |
| Good Shepard School | - | - | - | - |
| Beacon Hill Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Wood Buffalo Gospel Hall | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fort McMurray
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Fort McMurray
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Village | ||||
| Marine Park Museum | ||||
| Oil Sands Discovery Centre |
Libraries in Fort McMurray
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Buffalo Regional Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fort McMurray
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Farms Holiday Market |
Hotels in Fort McMurray
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fort McMurray
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Fort McMurray
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Fort McMurray
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fort McMurray
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Fort McMurray
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fort McMurray
23 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fort McMurray
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Fort McMurray
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Fort McMurray
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Fort McMurray
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fort McMurray
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 North Kitchen + Brewery |
Airports Near Fort McMurray
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fort McMurray International Airport | YMM | Medium Airport |
| Fort Mackay / Firebag | YFI | Small Airport |
| Fort Mackay / Horizon Airport | HZP | Small Airport |
| Fort MacKay/Albian Aerodrome | JHL | Small Airport |
| Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport | NML | Small Airport |
| Muskeg Tower Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Fort McMurray
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fort McMurray
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Evergreen Community Church | |
| Fort McMurray First United Church | |
| Fort McMurray Islamic Centre | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| McMurray Gospel Assembly (MGA) |
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UFO Sightings Near Fort McMurray
7 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Fort McMurray.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Fort mcmurray (canada), AB | 2011 | Red and white huvering lights over Fort Mcmurray, Alberta. |
| Fort mcmurray (canada), AB | 2008 | i dont even know what we saw, but they were fast and traveled in packs |
| Fort mcmurray (canada), AB | 2006 | On april 19th my girlfriend and were in the house when we decided to go out for a cigarette. We went out the back and i looked up over |
| Fort mcmurray (canada), AB | 2005 | Formations of red lights flying across night sky. |
| Fort mcmurray (earth) (canada), AB | 2005 | Strange light moving around the moon observed from front walk way |
| Fort mcmurray (canada), AB | 2002 | A large partcially cone shaperd crafted appaered over a back road when me and my friend were drinking down dirt roads near Ft. McMurry |
| Fort mcmurray (canada), AB | 1982 | Beam of lights over trees in Canada |
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What is the population of Fort McMurray?
Fort McMurray has a population of 66,573 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 799 people per square mile, spread across 83.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fort McMurray?
Fort McMurray has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches, with 34.9 inches of snow.
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