Kootenay National Park

Kootenay National Park Weather in August

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

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Radium Hot Springs Castle Junction

Considering a trip to Kootenay National Park, Canada this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kootenay National Park in August

Kootenay National Park, Canada is a region in Canada. August in Kootenay National Park generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Castle Junction at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Radium Hot Springs at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Radium Hot Springs and 3°C (37°F) in Castle Junction.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kootenay National Park, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Radium Hot Springs with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Castle Junction with 76 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Radium Hot Springs sees around 215 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Kootenay National Park by month

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

January-5°C (23°F) February-3°C (27°F) March2°C (36°F) April6°C (43°F) May12°C (54°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August21°C (70°F) September16°C (61°F) October7°C (45°F) November-1°C (30°F) December-7°C (19°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kootenay National Park in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Kootenay National Park

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

Temperature range in Kootenay National Park (August)

Precipitation variation in Kootenay National Park (August)

Radium Hot Springs

In August Radium Hot Springs generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
215 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Radium Hot Springs →

Castle Junction

In August Castle Junction generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
215 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Castle Junction →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kootenay National Park in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Radium Hot Springs 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Castle Junction 17°C (63°F) 3°C (37°F) 76 mm (3 in)

Kootenay National Park weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kootenay National Park, Canada in August?

August in Kootenay National Park, Canada brings perfect weather. In Radium Hot Springs, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Kootenay National Park, Canada in August?

In Radium Hot Springs, the average daytime high in August is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

Does Kootenay National Park, Canada get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Radium Hot Springs averages just 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Kootenay National Park, Canada.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Kootenay National Park, Canada?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Kootenay National Park, Canada. Typically, the climate in Radium Hot Springs is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Kootenay National Park, Canada is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Radium Hot Springs. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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