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Banff National Park Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Banff National Park, Canada in February.

Thinking about venturing to Banff National Park, Canada this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Banff National Park in February

Banff National Park, Canada is a region in Canada. February in Banff National Park generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -7°C (19°F) and nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) in Banff. February is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For a closer look at conditions across Banff National Park, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Banff with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snowfall in Lake Louise with 43 mm (1.7 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Banff typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in February. Banff sees roughly 92 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Banff National Park by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Banff National Park in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Banff National Park.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Banff National Park

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Banff National Park, Canada?

Temperature range in Banff National Park (February)

Precipitation variation in Banff National Park (February)

Banff

In February Banff generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-17°C (1°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
92 hours
128 hours
Monthly snowfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Lake Louise

In February Lake Louise generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -8°C (18°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-17°C (1°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
92 hours
128 hours
Monthly snowfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Castle Junction

In February Castle Junction generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-18°C (0°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
92 hours
128 hours
Monthly snowfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Banff National Park in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Banff -7°C (19°F) -16°C (3°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Lake Louise -8°C (18°F) -17°C (1°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Castle Junction -7°C (19°F) -17°C (1°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)

Banff National Park weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Banff National Park, Canada in February?

In February, Banff National Park, Canada generally has poor weather conditions. Banff sees daytime temperatures near -7°C (19°F), with nights cooling to roughly -16°C (3°F).

What is the average temperature in Banff National Park, Canada in February?

Banff averages a daytime maximum of -7°C (19°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -16°C (3°F).

Does Banff National Park, Canada get a lot of snow in February?

February is on the drier side in Banff National Park, Canada. Banff averages only about 33 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Banff National Park, Canada?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Banff, February may not be the ideal time to visit Banff National Park, Canada.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Banff. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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