The weather in August in Banff
It's warm in August in Banff with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 10°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Banff. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Banff, Canada. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2018, Banff reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 37 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Banff
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Banff. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
Banff | New York | |
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Average temperature | 23°C | 30°C |
Max. temperature | 28°C | 31°C |
Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 37 mm | 79 mm |
Rainy days | 8 days | 13 days |
Total snowfall | 0,1 cm | 0 cm |
Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Banff with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Banff is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Banff, Canada. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Banff
Temperature in August in Banff over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Banff, Canada. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Banff
Total precipitation in August in Banff over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Banff
Snowfall in August in Banff per year
Daily UV index in August in Banff
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Banff, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Banff
The weather in August in Banff is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Banff? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewIt 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
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Average weather in Banff by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Banff. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.