Summer in Banff
Summer in the Canadian Rockies is unlike anything else. Glacier-fed, turquoise blue lakes provide endless opportunities for adventure – hiking, floating, fishing, rafting, canoeing – just to name a few. The possibilities are truly remarkable. Discover all there is to do to make the most of your summer in Banff National Park.
Banff Weather in Summer (July – September):
Average Temperature: 15°C to 26°C (59°F to 79°F)
Typical Weather: Warm and sunny with occasional thunderstorms, especially in the afternoons
Summer Activities
When you’re in a natural paradise in the heart of Canada’s first national park, there’s no shortage of activities to take on. Explore the mountains, paddle pristine lakes, play a round of tennis, or splash the day away in the pool. Find your ideal summer experience at Fairmont Banff Springs.
Sundance Canyon E-Bike & Hike
Golden Skybridge
Whyte Museum
Climbing Tours
Horseback Riding
Lake Minnewanka Cruise
Helicopter & Heli-Hiking Tours
Celebrate Summer in Style with Banffchella
White Water Rafting
Fishing
Sunrise Hike
Banff By Scooter
Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Tour
Guided E-Bike Tours
Summer Rentals
Sightseeing & Wildlife Tours
Gondola & Lifts
Shuttles to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake
Family, Recreational & Cultural Programs
Banff Gondola
Open Top Touring
Pursuit Collection Sightseeing
Ziplining
Stanley Thompson Golf Course Cart Tour
Vermilion Lakes Bike Tour
Golf Course Driving Range Experience
Ultimate Explorer
Glacier Skywalk
ATV Tours
Tennis Courts & Lessons
Columbia Icefields Adventure
Running & Walking Trails
Hiking & Walking
Boating, Canoeing & Float Trips
Forest Bathing
Guided Tours
Wildlife Corridor Tour
Pools & Fitness Centre
Golf
Summer Events
Make the most of your summer and explore all the unforgettable events Banff has to offer. Fairmont Banff Springs is the perfect homebase for everything happening in this incredible summer vacation destination.
Alice in Wonderland Circus Show
Bagpiper Performance
Maybe Sammy x Rundle Bar Collaboration
Stanley’s Clubhouse
Art in Nature Trail
Banffchella
Master Mentalist
Vermillion Room Lunch
Vermillion Room Patio
Rundle Bar Patio
Bagpiper Performance
Shuttle to Lake Louise and Lake Moraine
Canada Day at the Castle
Pottery Painting with Crock-A-Doodle
Summer Offers
Plan your perfect summer vacation escape to Canada’s Castle in the Rockies. Our special offers and packages make it even easier to get away to Fairmont Banff Springs in the summer.
Alberta Resident’s Rate
Suite Life
Seniors Rate
CAA / AAA Membership Discount – Save 15% + Dining Credit
Banff Golf Vacation
Fairmont Spa Wellness Retreat
Banff Bed & Breakfast
Fairmont Gold
Summer Blogs
Summer in Banff is a time filled with exciting activities, dining experiences, and adventure. Read all about what makes Banff National Park an unforgettable summer vacation destination on our blog.
Banffchella Signature Cocktail Recipe: Ruby Slipper
Swing into Summer
Banffchella Signature Cocktail Recipe: Ginger & Turmeric Mule
Experience Banffchella: Banff’s Parisian Garden Party
5 Things To Do at Fairmont Spa
Wellness in Banff National Park
Wildflower Cocktail Recipe
Alberta Local Ingredients
Top 10 Reasons to Visit Banff in Summer
Top 10 Summer Activities in Banff
Banff’s Best (and only) Golf Course
Best Hikes in Banff
Top 10 Rainy Day Activities in Banff
Celebrations At The Castle
The Best Nanaimo Cheesecake Bars
Garden & Tonic
Blanket Fever
Virgin Cherry French 75
Homemade Gingerale
Mad Hatter Mocktail
Healthy Homemade Granola Bars
Strawberry Arugula Salad
Healthy Power Balls
Caramelized Shallot and Crispy Speck Dip
Delicious Cauliflower Gratin
Smoked Fish Dip
Amazing Parsnip Soup
Q&A with Paul Dixon, the Best Spa Therapist in North America
Adopting A Pet In Banff
Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
The Vermillion Room’s Bison Bourguignon Recipe
Smoked Right Hand Cocktail Recipe
Golf Fairmont Banff Springs
The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course boasts an 18-hole championship course designed by legend Stanley Thompson, as well as a 9-hole Tunnel Mountain Course surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks. The two one-of-a-kind courses provide memorable experiences for golfers of every skill level.
Summer Weather In Banff
From July to September, Banff enjoys warm, sunny days, but cool temperatures are not uncommon. At an elevation of above 1,400 metres (4,600 feet), the outdoor temperature cools off significantly at night. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 22°C (72°F).
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