Weather in Banff National Park by K Gordon Schultz June 5, 2014 written by K Gordon Schultz June 5, 2014 0 comment 0FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail 4.5K Whatever the forecast, be prepared! One of the most common questions we are asked as local residents of the Canadian Rockies is, “what’s the weather going to be like?” And if the truth be known, for most residents of Banff and Canmore, it is the most common topic of discussion amongst us. So to answer the question, let’s first take a look at “averages” as provided by Environment Canada for the Town of Banff: Town of Banff (Elevation 1397m / 4540 ft) Averages Daily High (°C) Daily Low (°C) Rainfall (mm) Snowfall (cm) Hours of Sun/Day Jan -5.3 -14.9 2.4 38.2 8.1 Feb 0.1 -11.3 1.7 30.0 10.0 Mar 3.8 -7.9 1.6 27.0 12.0 Apr 9.0 -2.8 10.6 26.3 14.0 May 14.2 1.5 42.4 17.1 15.5 Jun 18.7 5.4 58.4 1.7 16.5 Jul 22.1 7.4 51.1 0.0 16.0 Aug 21.6 6.8 51.2 0.0 14.5 Sep 16.1 2.7 37.7 7.0 12.7 Oct 10.1 -1.1 15.4 18.9 10.7 Nov 0.5 -8.2 6.0 33.6 9.0 Dec -5.3 -13.8 2.8 43.9 7.8 Two operative words here are “averages” and the “elevation”, because the averages will give you a pretty indication that July is warmer than April, and that on any given day in July, it should be pretty nice. And although 58.4 mm of rain in June sounds like a lot, keep in mind 25 mm equals 1 inch, and the average is about 2 inches of rain for the entire month of June. So what about the elevation? Elevation, more than almost anything else, drives the weather in Banff National Park and this leads to incredible variability even between locations that are near to one another. The weather can also become dramatically different through the day. Just because the sun is out at the start of the trailhead, be sure to have something warm to pull on and even rain gear, as you never know how much things can change throughout the day. One element that always seems to catch visitors to the Canadian Rockies off-guard is how dramatically the temperatures can change as we go from day to night. Even though the temperature rose to 23 C (73.4 F) during the day, overnight the temperature may drop to just a few degrees above freezing (0 C / 32 F). The bottom line is think ahead as you plan your vacation to Banff National Park. Get current trail reports and weather conditions or drop into one of the Park’s Visitor Centre’s. For an up-to-date forecast while you are on the move, call the Banff Weather Office at 403 762 2088 and follow the prompts. Being prepared means not only will you have more fun while visiting Banff National Park, you will also remain warm and dry, not matter what Mother Nature comes up with!! 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail K Gordon Schultz K Gordon Schultz is a well-known figure in the golf community and currently serves as the President of the Canmore Golf & Curling Club in Canmore, Alberta, Canada. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role, having spent many years working in the golf industry. Schultz has been a member of the Canmore Golf & Curling Club for over 40 years and has been actively involved in the club’s operations since he joined. He was elected to the Board of Directors in 2001, becoming Club President in 2005. In 2019, he was acclaimed as Club Vice-President, assuming the role of Club President again in 2022. In addition to his work at the Canmore Golf & Curling Club, Schultz is also an avid traveler. He has visited over 30 countries around the world, on all continents. But his most enjoyable travel experiences have come from within Canada, visiting many of Canada's National Parks including Banff National Park, Yoho National Park, Jasper National Park, Kootenay National Park, Grasslands National Park, Mount Revelstoke National Park and Pacific Rim National Park. Along with golf, he enjoys scuba diving, biking, hiking and relaxing with a fine Pinot Noir. previous post Dining in the Canadian Rockies: Let’s All Go For Breakfast! next post Cycling the Banff Legacy Trail in Banff National Park You may also like Exploring the Wild with a Digital Twist: How... April 7, 2025 Rare Bear Attack in Banff National Park: Essential... October 5, 2023 What To Do Near Banff National Park? June 12, 2015 Canada Day Celebrations in Banff National Park June 26, 2014 Hostelling in Banff National Park, Alberta July 25, 2013 Couples Getaway & Mount Robson Inn Are A... January 30, 2012 Banff National Park Climate July 26, 2010 Yoga in Banff National Park May 6, 2010 Banff, Alberta Spas May 6, 2010 FAQ About Banff and the Canadian Rockies April 14, 2009