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Lake Louise Climate by Month

Lake Louise experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from mild days to very cold weather. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Lake Louise is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a moderate 16°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -11°C during cooler months like December. At night, temperatures typically average around -19°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Lake Louise receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 819 mm annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, June receives high rainfall, averaging 111 mm of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less snowfall, with 43 mm over 13 snowy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Lake Louise. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Banff, Canada (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Banff, Canada (50 KM, 31 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Lake Louise in Canada

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Lake Louise?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Lake Louise?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of -11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Lake Louise?
    June tops the wettest month list with 111 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Lake Louise?
    February is the driest month with 43 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Lake Louise?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 255 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Lake Louise

    Thu   Dec 12
    -4°C | -8°C
    W 18 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    -5°C | -9°C
    SW 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    -3°C | -7°C
    SW 22 km/h
    2.9 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow