CanadaWhat’s the climate like in Banff?
The current climate in Banff features temperatures ranging from a high of 24°C to a low of -4°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 10°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -14°C and in the warmer months around 8°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Banff in recent years was 38°C in June 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -29°C in January 2020.
On average, Banff gets 573 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 256 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Canada? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Vancouver, Toronto, Niagara Falls, or explore other destinations in Canada.
Best time to visit Banff?
The best time to visit Banff for mild to warm weather is May up to September. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Banff.
Climate Table of Banff
The climate table of Banff shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | -2 | -3 | 4 | 9 | 15 | 19 | 24 | 23 | 17 | 10 | 1 | -4 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -11 | -14 | -7 | -3 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 4 | -1 | -7 | -12 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 110 | 75 | 45 | 34 | 40 | 49 | 34 | 37 | 34 | 28 | 53 | 34 |
| Snow (cm) | 34 | 47 | 49 | 23 | 8,0 | 2,2 | 0 | 0,1 | 8,4 | 20 | 36 | 28 |
| UV Index | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 10°C
- Highest temperature: 24°C in July
- Lowest temperature: -4°C in December
- Precipitation*: 573 mm per year, averaging 48 mm per month
- Snowfall: 256 cm per year
- Driest months: 28 mm in October, 34 mm in April and July
- Wettest months: 110 mm in January, 75 mm in February and 53 mm in November
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Banff
Average Temperature per Month in Banff
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Banff, Canada. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Banff
This graph shows how much rainfall Banff, Canada, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Banff
This graph shows how much snow Banff, Canada, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Banff
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Banff, Canada. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Banff
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Banff, Canada. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Banff
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Banff, Canada, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Banff
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Banff, Canada, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Banff
The weather in Banff is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Banff? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The sun shone brightly and offered stunning views of the snow-capped mountains. Snow showers were sporadic, but added to the winter magic. Dress warmly!— This text is automatically translated to English
It was warm but not too hot during the day and cool in the evening, allowing for a good night's sleep. It rained occasionally, but it cleared up quickly. I will definitely be back this month!— This text is automatically translated to English
Cold temperatures were to be expected, but could be overcome with a thick winter coat.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was very cold, the temperature often dropping below freezing. Ideal for winter sports enthusiasts, but less so if you don't like the cold. Bright, sunny days made the vacation even more enjoyable.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Banff by month
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