Geography of Banff
Geography of Banff: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Banff
Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks is 27 mi to the north-west, Banff National Park is 27 mi to the north-west, Calgary is 66 mi to the east and Jasper National Park is 155 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 51°10′42.2″N 115°34′14.9″W (51.1784, -115.5708)
Quick facts about Banff
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Alberta |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 51°10′42.2″N 115°34′14.9″W (51.1784, -115.5708) |
| Population | 8.300 |
| Known for | Canadian Rockies resort town |
| Local time | 4:02 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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Summary
Banff is a city in Alberta. Banff is known for Canadian Rockies resort town. It has a population of about 8.300.
Right now it is 74°F (24°C) in Banff with overcast. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 49°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 17%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Banff is July and August. The climate is subarctic. March, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 4°F.
Nearby highlights include Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks and Banff National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is 12.8°F above the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Banff today at 9.1/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Banff month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27° | 6° | 0,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 30° | 4° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 37° | 10° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 45° | 19° | 1,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 55° | 31° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 62° | 37° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 74° | 47° | 1,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 72° | 46° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 66° | 41° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 47° | 28° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 34° | 15° | 1,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 30° | 13° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Banff?
Banff is a city in Alberta. Its coordinates are 51.1784, -115.5708. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Banff right now?
It is currently 74°F (24°C) with overcast. Humidity is 38% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Banff?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Banff, which has a subarctic climate. March, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Banff in?
Banff observes America/Edmonton (UTC-06:00). The local time is 4:02 AM.
How many people live in Banff?
Banff has a population of approximately 8.300.
What are the top things to do in Banff?
Popular options include Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park and Dinosaur Provincial Park.
What places are in Banff?
Banff covers 2 places in this atlas, including Lake Louise and Lake Louise.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:02 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
