Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Banff in July
Banff's warmest month brings highs averaging 70°F (21°C), lows of 49°F (10°C) and about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain.
July opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 88/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (70 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 55 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 70°F (21°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Lows average 49°F (10°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (70 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 55 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is one of Banff's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 70°F, up from 62°F in June.
- Last warm month for a while: August highs fall to 68°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: July & August.
- July sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 70°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Banff in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lake Minnewanka
Largest lake in the park, with a lakeshore trail and boat cruises.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Sep.
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Hot mineral pool with mountain views, next to the gondola base.
Why now July scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bow Falls
Wide falls on the Bow River below the Fairmont Banff Springs, an easy walk from town.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 2.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Birthplace of Canada's national parks, with a thermal cave and marsh boardwalk.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Banff Gondola
Gondola up Sulphur Mountain to a summit boardwalk with views over six ranges.
Nearby in July
- Lake Louise in July~31 mi · highs 66°F, 3.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jasper in July~158 mi · highs 71°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Glacier National Park in July~185 mi · highs 70°F, 1.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,960 m to Banff's ~1,388 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Banff in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Banff?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Sep window our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends.
How hot is Banff in July?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Banff in July?
Some: about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.9 in (785 mm).
What should I pack for Banff in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 70°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Banff & Jasper Loop Jun – Sep
Planning Banff in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.