Our verdict
The best time to visit Banff is November
The very hottest temperatures in Banff get to around 20℃ (68℉) in the height of summer. In the winter months, it can get down to as low as -22℃ (-7℉) at night.
The sun stays up the longest in Banff in July, so you’ll get the most out of your daytime activities if you visit around this time. The wet season in Banff usually falls during the months surrounding June each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
Continue reading to find out loads more about when to travel to Banff, then use the handy tools below to search for the best flight and hotel options that are right for you.
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Banff seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Banff as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Banff is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Banff
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Banff for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Banff climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Banff for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Banff in January
- Average temperature: -10℃ (14℉)
- Average high temperature: -6℃ (21℉)
- Average low temperature: -14℃ (7℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Banff in February
- Average temperature: -11℃ (12℉)
- Average high temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average low temperature: -16℃ (4℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Banff in March
- Average temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average high temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average low temperature: -11℃ (12℉)
- Average humidity: 90%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Banff in April
- Average temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average high temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average low temperature: -7℃ (19℉)
- Average humidity: 87%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 56mm (2") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Banff in May
- Average temperature: 4℃ (38℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (29℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 90mm (4") over 20 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in May, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Banff in June
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 99mm (4") over 22 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in June, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Banff in July
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 64%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 70mm (3") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in July, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Banff in August
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in August, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Banff in September
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 69%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 39mm (2") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in September, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
Banff in October
- Average temperature: -1℃ (31℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (38℉)
- Average low temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in October, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Banff in November
- Average temperature: -8℃ (18℉)
- Average high temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average low temperature: -11℃ (12℉)
- Average humidity: 88%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Banff in December
- Average temperature: -12℃ (11℉)
- Average high temperature: -8℃ (18℉)
- Average low temperature: -15℃ (5℉)
- Average humidity: 90%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Banff in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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