Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High21.6°C
Low-15.0°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
Canada Banff, Canada
Banff experiences a cold climate, where average temperatures vary from a low of -8°C / 18°F in December to a high of 22°C / 71°F in July.
Rainfall averages about 52 mm / 2 inches per month, with the wettest conditions in June (117 mm / 4.6 inches) and the driest in January (18 mm / 0.71 inches).
Sun intensity varies throughout the year, with UV levels reaching 8 in June and falling to 2 in December; strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
The longest days occur in June with around 16.5 hours of daylight, while December has the shortest days at about 8 hours.
Trip planning
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Banff.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
117 mm
June carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
Moderate (5.2)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
8 hrsto16 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
8 km/h
December is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
66 %to83 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Banff, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Banff compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Canada for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in Canada
#7 / 7
COOLEST (AVG)
in Canada
#1 / 7
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Canada
#6 / 7
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Canada
#6 / 7
HIGHEST UV
in Canada
#5 / 7
MOST HUMID
in Canada
#3 / 7
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Banff, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Banff feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 7°C (45°F) and lows near -3°C (27°F). Conditions usually feel chilly in the daytime and very cold once the sun goes down. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Banff for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Banff?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels are often high (around 8). Regular sunscreen and a hat are recommended.
Does it snow in Banff?
Yes. Snowfall is possible, and it peaks in April, when averages reach around 1.0 cm. Winters are when you're most likely to see snow on the ground.
Is Banff a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 8 km/h (5 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 62 km/h (39 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Banff get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.