Banff weather in September (Alberta, Canada)

Can you expect sunny skies in Banff in September? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

September in Banff generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 12°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -1°C.

Precipitation

Banff in September usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. You can typically expect 10 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 172 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures 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 September

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 32%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 43%  

Sunshine 172 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Canada in September

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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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