Between the years 2006-2011 the average has been about 101 kPa.
2008 saw the lowest in the last five years at 97.90 kPa.
In January of 2009 it hit it's five year high at 104.70 kPa.
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The average air pressure in Calgary is around 87 kPa (kilopascal) or 870 mb (millibar).
The average air pressure in a thunderstorm can vary, but it is typically lower than the surrounding air due to the updrafts and downdrafts associated with the storm. This pressure drop can contribute to the intensity of the storm and the formation of severe weather.
The average air pressure at sea level is around 1013.25 millibars or 29.92 inches of mercury.
The layer in the atmosphere that has the most air pressure is the troposphere, which is the lowest layer where most weather phenomena occur. As you go higher in the atmosphere, the air pressure decreases.
The average annual snowfall in Calgary is around 130 centimeters (51 inches). Snow typically falls from November to April in the city.
The coldest day on average in Calgary is typically around January 10th. Temperatures during this time can drop to around -8°C (17.6°F) on average.