Mountain town in Alberta, Canada
Banff weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Banff
Jun–Sep suits hiking and lakes; Jun–Aug is busiest and priciest. Jan–Mar for skiing in deep cold; Oct–Nov and Apr–May are quiet but unreliable.
Banff weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-5°45 mm
- Feb-4°42 mm
- Mar0°61 mm
- Apr4°62 mm
- May12°83 mm
- Jun17°121 mm
- Jul21°70 mm
- Aug20°63 mm
- Sep15°69 mm
- Oct7°61 mm
- Nov-1°60 mm
- Dec-6°48 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C23°F | -13°C8°F | 45 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| February | -4°C24°F | -14°C6°F | 42 mm | 97% | Freezing |
| March | 0°C32°F | -10°C14°F | 61 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| April | 4°C39°F | -5°C23°F | 62 mm | 91% | Cold |
| May | 12°C54°F | 2°C35°F | 83 mm | 77% | Cool |
| June | 17°C63°F | 6°C43°F | 121 mm | 76% | Cool |
| July | 21°C70°F | 10°C49°F | 70 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| August | 20°C68°F | 8°C47°F | 63 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| September | 15°C59°F | 4°C39°F | 69 mm | 77% | Cool |
| October | 7°C44°F | -2°C28°F | 61 mm | 85% | Cold |
| November | -1°C30°F | -10°C15°F | 60 mm | 95% | Freezing |
| December | -6°C21°F | -15°C6°F | 48 mm | 96% | Freezing |
Best months across Canada
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Vancouver | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Montreal | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Banff | Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Niagara Falls | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Quebec City | Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Whistler | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Jul (22°C) |
| Ottawa | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Calgary | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Victoria | May–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Jasper | Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Halifax | Jun–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Tofino | Jun–Sep, Nov–Dec | Aug (18°C) |
| Edmonton | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Kelowna | Jun–Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Yellowknife | Feb–Mar, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Mont-Tremblant | Jan–Mar, Sep–Oct | Jul (24°C) |
| Prince Edward Island | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Banff?
Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep suits hiking and lakes; Jun–Aug is busiest and priciest. Jan–Mar for skiing in deep cold; Oct–Nov and Apr–May are quiet but unreliable.
When is the rainy season in Banff?
Rain peaks in June with about 121 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Banff?
July, with average highs of 21°C (70°F).
How cold does Banff get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging -15°C (6°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Parks Canada: Banff
- Roam Transit
- Banff Lake Louise Tourism
- Calgary Airport
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.