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Best time to visit Canada

Canada covers 9 destinations in our climate comparison. Purely on climate, the most rewarding months across the region are August, July and June, when daily highs average around 19 °C. Climate averages, estimates and model scores are not a forecast.

Destinations in Canada, ranked by climate

Aurora over YellowknifeYellowknife
1Limited· 51

Yellowknife

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 18 °C 9 rainy days (est.)
  • Best months: June, July, August
Nathan Phillips Square in TorontoToronto
2Limited· 50

Toronto

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 21 °C 14 rainy days (est.)
  • Best months: June, July, August, September
Notre-Dame Basilica in old MontrealMontreal
3Limited· 48

Montreal

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 23 °C 15 rainy days (est.)
  • Best months: June, July, August, September
Château Frontenac above old Québec CityQuebec City
4Unsuitable· 41

Quebec City

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 20 °C 16 rainy days (est.)
  • Best months: June, July, August
Maligne Lake and Spirit Island in Jasper National ParkJasper
5Unsuitable· 36

Jasper

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 16 °C 15 rainy days (est.)
  • Best months:
Turquoise mountain lake in Banff National ParkBanff
6Unsuitable· 34

Banff

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 17 °C 13 rainy days (est.)
  • Best months: August
Northern lights over the Yukon near WhitehorseWhitehorse
7Unsuitable· 34

Whitehorse

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 14 °C 16 rainy days (est.)
  • Best months:
Whistler ski village below snowy peaksWhistler
8Unsuitable· 31

Whistler

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 18 °C 11 rainy days (est.)
  • Best months: July, August
Waterfront Station in VancouverVancouver
9Unsuitable· 30

Vancouver

Canada

Climate score

Average high: 20 °C 10 rainy days (est.) 16 °C sea
  • Best months: July, August

Climate overview for Canada

The highest overall climate score in Canada goes to Yellowknife (51/100). 1 of the 9 destinations are coastal, so beach and swimming weather is a key factor in the ranking below.

Pick a destination for its full month-by-month guide, or use the best months above as a starting point. If your dates are fixed, compare the individual destinations for that month; if you are flexible, August, July and June offer the most reliable conditions across Canada.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Canada?

Climatically the best months across Canada are August, July and June. The ideal month still depends on the specific destination and your travel style.

Which destination in Canada has the best climate?

By overall climate score, Yellowknife leads with 51/100 — see the full ranking below.