Late summer · Weather & things to do
Jasper in August
Jasper edges cooler than July, with highs of 69°F (21°C), lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain.
At 85/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (69 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs near 69°F (21°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 48°F (9°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.7 in (69 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of Jasper's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 76/100.
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in July to 85/100.
- August sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Jasper in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Maligne Lake Cruise
Boat cruise to Spirit Island on Jasper's largest lake.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Sep.
Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure
Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier from the Icefield Centre.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best May–Oct.
Pyramid Lake
Lake just above town with a footbridge to a small island and Pyramid Mountain behind.
Why now August scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Columbia Icefield Skywalk
Glass-floored walkway 280 m above the Sunwapta Valley.
Sunwapta Falls
Falls cutting through a gorge just off the Icefields Parkway.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 2.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Lake Louise in August~129 mi · highs 65°F, 2.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Banff in August~158 mi · highs 68°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Whistler in August~283 mi · highs 71°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,786 m to Jasper's ~1,060 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.
Jasper in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Jasper?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain. August is inside the Jun – Sep window our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends.
How hot is Jasper in August?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Jasper in August?
Some: about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.6 in (676 mm).
What should I pack for Jasper in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in August
- Banff & Jasper Loop Jun – Sep
Planning Jasper in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.