Late summer · Weather & things to do
Lake Louise in August
Little changes in Lake Louise from July: highs stay near 65°F (18°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), and about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls.
At 86/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (70 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What August feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 65°F (18°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 45°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (70 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of Lake Louise's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 67/100.
- Comfort improves from 83/100 in July to 86/100.
- August sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 45°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Lake Louise in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Boathouse
Rent a red canoe for a paddle on Lake Louise.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Sep, morning.
Plain of Six Glaciers Trail
Longer hike past the lake to a teahouse below Victoria Glacier.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jul–Sep.
Lake Agnes Tea House
Historic 1905 teahouse at a hanging lake, reached by a 3.5 km climb.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–early Oct.
Rockpile Trail
Short climb at Moraine Lake to the famous postcard view.
Why now August scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Moraine Lake
Glacier-fed lake below the Valley of the Ten Peaks; reached only by shuttle or tour.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Oct.
Nearby in August
- Banff in August~31 mi · highs 68°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Jasper in August~129 mi · highs 69°F, 2.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Glacier National Park in August~212 mi · highs 69°F, 1.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
- Whistler in August~310 mi · highs 71°F, 2.6 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,099 m to Lake Louise's ~1,540 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.
Lake Louise in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Lake Louise?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain. August is inside the Jun – Sep window our Banff & Jasper Loop recommends.
How hot is Lake Louise in August?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lake Louise in August?
Some: about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 37.8 in (961 mm).
What should I pack for Lake Louise in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 45°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Lake Louise
Routes in season in August
- Banff & Jasper Loop Jun – Sep
Planning Lake Louise in August?
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