Banff weather in August (Alberta, Canada)

The average maximum daytime temperature in Banff in August lies at 16.8°C (62.24°F). The average minimum temperature goes down to around 2.0°C (35.6°F) (often the minimum temperature is noted at night).

Rainfall during August is moderate with an average of 55mm (2.2 inches). There are generally around 11 rainy days. If you enjoy blue skies and sunshine, then this is a great time to go to Banff with 215 hours of sun during the entire month.

 

Banff, monthly averages in August

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Min Temperature 35 °F  

Max Temperature 62 °F  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 2 in  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 40% *  

Sunshine 215 hrs *  

Where to stay in Banff

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Where to go in Canada in August

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20-29ºC / 68-84ºF and not too much precipitation (less than 90mm / 3.5inches a month).

So what to wear in August? Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on bringing some warm cloths, but also take a few t-shirts just in case it gets warmer.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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