Geography of Lake Louise
Geography of Lake Louise: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lake Louise
Lake Louise is 0 mi to the north, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks is 12 mi to the north-east, Banff National Park is 12 mi to the north-east and Calgary is 95 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 51°25′31.4″N 116°10′38.3″W (51.4254, -116.1773)
Quick facts about Lake Louise
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| City | Banff |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 51°25′31.4″N 116°10′38.3″W (51.4254, -116.1773) |
| Maximum depth | 230 ft |
| Known for | a glacial lake in the Canadian Rockies |
| Local time | 12:30 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Lake Louise is a lake in Banff. Lake Louise is a lake known as a glacial lake in the Canadian Rockies.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in Lake Louise with overcast. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 51°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 16%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lake Louise is July and August. The climate is polar. March, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 70°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 4°F.
Nearby highlights include Lake Louise, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Banff National Park and Jasper National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 4.5°F above the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Lake Louise today at 9.6/10. 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 Lake Louise 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 | 24° | 6° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 27° | 4° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 34° | 11° | 2,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 42° | 19° | 1,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 51° | 31° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 57° | 37° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 70° | 48° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 69° | 46° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 41° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 43° | 26° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 31° | 13° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 28° | 14° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Louise?
Lake Louise is a lake in Banff. Its coordinates are 51.4254, -116.1773. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Lake Louise right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 72% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Louise?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Louise, which has a polar climate. March, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Louise in?
Lake Louise observes America/Edmonton (UTC-06:00). The local time is 12:30 PM.
What are the top things to do in Lake Louise?
Popular options include Lake Louise, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Dinosaur Provincial Park and Glacier National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - 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 21, 2026 at 12:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
