August · Canada
Best time to visit Lake Louise in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lake Louise in August
Average temperature 11°C, 95 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.1/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 95 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Lake Louise scores 8.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 11°C, 95 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lake Louise's turquoise water and the Victoria Glacier make it the Canadian Rockies' classic view.
August holds up well in Lake Louise — 2nd best month
Expect 11°C (52°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 95 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.4 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lake Louise in August?
- In August, Lake Louise averages 11°C, 95 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Lake Louise?
- August earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lake Louise in August?
- Expect about 95 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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