Our verdict
The best time to visit Whitehorse is June-July
In the height of summer, temperatures in Whitehorse can reach a maximum of 22℃ (71℉). The weather at night in the winter can get down to temperatures as low as -30℃ (-22℉).
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Whitehorse, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Whitehorse usually falls during the months surrounding August 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.
Learn more about when to travel to Whitehorse, the monthly weather breakdown, FAQs and much more below. Once you’ve decided when you want to go, use our handy tools to find the best prices to suit your budget on flights, transport/transfers, places to stay, and loads more!
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Whitehorse seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Whitehorse as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Whitehorse 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 Whitehorse
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 Whitehorse 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.
Whitehorse 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 Whitehorse 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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Whitehorse in January
- Average temperature: -14℃ (7℉)
- Average high temperature: -11℃ (12℉)
- Average low temperature: -17℃ (1℉)
- Average humidity: 95%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse 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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Whitehorse in February
- Average temperature: -13℃ (9℉)
- Average high temperature: -9℃ (17℉)
- Average low temperature: -17℃ (1℉)
- Average humidity: 93%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse 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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Whitehorse in March
- Average temperature: -10℃ (14℉)
- Average high temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average low temperature: -16℃ (4℉)
- Average humidity: 92%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse 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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Whitehorse in April
- Average temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average high temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average low temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse 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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Whitehorse in May
- Average temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 61%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 16mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse 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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Whitehorse in June
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average humidity: 58%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Whitehorse in July
- Average temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse in July, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Whitehorse in August
- Average temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 70%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse in August, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Whitehorse in September
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse in September, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
Whitehorse in October
- Average temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average low temperature: -4℃ (26℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse 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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Whitehorse in November
- Average temperature: -10℃ (14℉)
- Average high temperature: -8℃ (18℉)
- Average low temperature: -13℃ (9℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 17mm (1") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse 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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Whitehorse in December
- Average temperature: -14℃ (8℉)
- Average high temperature: -11℃ (12℉)
- Average low temperature: -17℃ (2℉)
- Average humidity: 93%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Whitehorse 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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