Yukon Weather & Climate: Canada

Climate by month across the Yukon, Canada, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of the Yukon

When planning a visit to the Yukon in Canada, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from -12°C (10°F) in January up to 20°C (68°F) during the peak of July. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Whitehorse, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In the Yukon, during July you can expect comfortable weather, with an average temperature of 20°C (68°F).

The coldest months generally fall in January, February, March, April, October, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, the Yukon experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain in July, dropping to 20 mm (0.8 in) in April.

For those seeking sunshine, June usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore the Yukon by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Yukon — and find the best time to visit. (based on Whitehorse)

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Whitehorse Haines Junction Carcross Tagish Beaver Creek Mayo
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Climate map of the Yukon

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Whitehorse -13°C (9°F) 20°C (68°F) -21°C (-6°F) 8°C (46°F) 494 mm (19 in) 1,847 hours
Haines Junction -16°C (3°F) 18°C (64°F) -23°C (-9°F) 7°C (45°F) 647 mm (25 in)
Carcross -12°C (10°F) 18°C (64°F) -19°C (-2°F) 8°C (46°F) 607 mm (24 in) 1,847 hours
Tagish -13°C (9°F) 19°C (66°F) -20°C (-4°F) 8°C (46°F) 513 mm (20 in) 1,847 hours
Beaver Creek -18°C (0°F) 20°C (68°F) -25°C (-13°F) 10°C (50°F) 555 mm (22 in)
Mayo -19°C (-2°F) 21°C (70°F) -27°C (-17°F) 10°C (50°F) 448 mm (18 in)

Places in the Yukon, Canada

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