Canmore (AB) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Canmore, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July to a very cold -9°C (16°F) in December.

Nighttime temperatures range from 5°C (41°F) in July to -17°C (1°F) in December.

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Temperature ranges by month

On average, Canmore receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 772 mm (30 in). The seasons in Canmore bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 32 mm (1.3 in) over 8 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Canmore Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Canmore, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Canmore.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 66%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 39%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year