Banff weather in July (Alberta, Canada)

Wondering what the weather is like in Banff during July? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In July, the weather in Banff generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. July is known for being in the summer season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 18°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 4°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Precipitation

Banff in July usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With around 255 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, July is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Banff climate page with graphs.

 

Banff, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 94 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 39%  

Sunshine 255 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Canada in July

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Banff, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Banff.

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