The weather is normally cool and temperatures fluctuate throughout the seasons. The coldest month is usually January, with the temperatures being around 14 degrees Fahrenheit. The hottest month is July, with temperatures going up to 64.4 degrees.
Three public school districts take care of elementary and secondary schooling for both English and French speakers. There are also private schools and higher education facilities such as universities and other colleges.
Edmonton is second in the world to Saudi Arabia when it comes to oil reserves, and this sector provides a lot of jobs. People also work in other industries such as IT, banking, biotech, and retail. The unemployment rate is a little over 5%, which is less than in most places in Canada. The average income is 26% higher than the national average. The town is also famous for its low gas prices.