Our verdict
The best time to visit Drumheller is September
The warmest month of the year in Drumheller is July, where the average temperature gets to around 23℃ (73℉), but temperatures can reach as high as 25℃ (76℉) on the hottest days in summer. The coldest it usually gets in winter-time in Drumheller is around -16℃ (3℉).
If you’re a sun-chaser and want to visit Drumheller when the days are longest, you should visit in July. The wet season in Drumheller 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.
Keep reading to learn more about the best times to go to Drumheller, including detailed weather information and tools to help you find and book great deals on your travel.
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Drumheller seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Drumheller as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Drumheller 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 Drumheller
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 Drumheller 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.
Drumheller 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 Drumheller 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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Drumheller in January
- Average temperature: -8℃ (19℉)
- Average high temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average low temperature: -11℃ (12℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 4 days
- Average snow days: 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller 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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Drumheller in February
- Average temperature: -8℃ (18℉)
- Average high temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average low temperature: -11℃ (12℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 3 days
- Average snow days: 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller 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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Drumheller in March
- Average temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average high temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average low temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 4 days
- Average snow days: 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller 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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Drumheller in April
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (31℉)
- Average humidity: 70%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 28mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller 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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Drumheller in May
- Average temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average humidity: 62%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller 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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Drumheller in June
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 67%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 51mm (2") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Drumheller in July
- Average temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 68%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 35mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller in July, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Drumheller in August
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 61%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 21mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller in August, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Drumheller in September
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 59%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 16mm (1") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Drumheller in October
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (49℉)
- Average low temperature: 0℃ (33℉)
- Average humidity: 66%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 11mm (0") over 5 days
- Average snow days: 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller 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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Drumheller in November
- Average temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average low temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 21 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 2 days
- Average snow days: 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller 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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Drumheller in December
- Average temperature: -8℃ (17℉)
- Average high temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average low temperature: -12℃ (11℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 10mm (0") over 3 days
- Average snow days: 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Drumheller 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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