July · Canada
Best time to visit Lake Louise in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lake Louise in July
Average temperature 12°C, 65 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
9.2/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 65 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Lake Louise scores 9.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 12°C, 65 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lake Louise's turquoise water and the Victoria Glacier make it the Canadian Rockies' classic view.
July in Lake Louise — the year's strongest window
July averages 12°C (53°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 65 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.9 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lake Louise at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with 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 July?
- In July, Lake Louise averages 12°C, 65 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.2/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Lake Louise?
- July earns a 9.2/10 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 July?
- Expect about 65 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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