Climate Overview
The climate in Canmore is cold. The average annual temperature is -1°C and approximately 773mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 113mm of rainfall. Canmore is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to -16°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Canmore vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 12°C. December brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Canmore is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 773mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 113mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 30mm. That's 84mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 24cm annually. November is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.
Wind
Canmore is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
10 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Canmore, which began on March 20, 2026. Canmore is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 10 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -11 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 185mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 2 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 288mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -12 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 174mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -16 to -8°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 126mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Canmore based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
