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Why does Calgary receive more precipitation in the summer months?

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The elevation changes in mountains and foothills are the "ingredients" needed for thunderstorm development which adds to rainfall totals. Finally, as temperatures rise during June, daytime heating creates early afternoon clouds which can lead to late day showers or thunderstorms.

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