Geography of Jasper National Park
Geography of Jasper National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Jasper National Park
Jasper is 5 mi to the west, Lake Louise is 125 mi to the south-east, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks is 128 mi to the south-east and Banff National Park is 128 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 52°52′24.2″N 117°57′15.5″W (52.8734, -117.9543)
Quick facts about Jasper National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Alberta |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 52°52′24.2″N 117°57′15.5″W (52.8734, -117.9543) |
| Established | 1907 |
| Known for | Columbia Icefield and dark sky preserve |
| Local time | 8:00 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Jasper National Park is a national park in Alberta. Jasper National Park is a national park known for Columbia Icefield and dark sky preserve.
Right now it is 28°F (-2°C) in Jasper National Park with overcast. It feels like 22°F. Today runs from 11°F to 38°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Jasper National Park 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 64°F, while February is the coldest with lows near -1°F.
Nearby highlights include Lake Louise, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks and Banff National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 38°F is in line with the 37°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Jasper National Park today at 9.9/10. Overnight lows near 11°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Jasper National Park 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 | 18° | 1° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 19° | -1° | 1,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 27° | 5° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 36° | 13° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 46° | 24° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 53° | 32° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 64° | 40° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 62° | 39° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 56° | 34° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 37° | 19° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 24° | 7° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 22° | 8° | 2,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jasper National Park?
Jasper National Park is a national park in Alberta. Its coordinates are 52.8734, -117.9543. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Jasper National Park right now?
It is currently 28°F (-2°C) with overcast. Humidity is 67% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jasper National Park?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Jasper National Park, which has a polar climate. March, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jasper National Park in?
Jasper National Park observes America/Edmonton (UTC-06:00). The local time is 8:00 PM.
What are the top things to do in Jasper National Park?
Popular options include Lake Louise, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks and Banff National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 October 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
