Geography of Yukon
Geography of Yukon: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Yukon
Northwest Territories is 303 mi to the east, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is 307 mi to the south-west, Yukon River is 379 mi to the west and Glacier Bay National Park is 393 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 64°16′56.3″N 135°0′0″W (64.2823, -135)
Quick facts about Yukon
| Type | Province |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 64°16′56.3″N 135°0′0″W (64.2823, -135) |
| Capital | Whitehorse |
| Population | 45.000 |
| Area | 186.272 sq mi |
| Time zone | America/Whitehorse |
| Local time | 8:01 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Yukon is a province in Canada. Yukon is a Canadian province or territory. It has a population of about 45.000. The capital is Whitehorse.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Yukon with partly cloudy. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 46°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 84%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Yukon is June, July and August. The climate is polar. January, October and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 63°F, while February is the coldest with lows near -15°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 61°F is in line with the 62°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Yukon today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Yukon 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 | -1° | -14° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 1° | -15° | 0,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 14° | -10° | 0,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 34° | 13° | 1,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 46° | 29° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 62° | 43° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 63° | 46° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 62° | 45° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 47° | 35° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 28° | 18° | 2,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 10° | -0° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | -1° | -13° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Yukon?
Yukon is a province in Canada. Its coordinates are 64.2823, -135. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Yukon right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 98% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Yukon?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Yukon, which has a polar climate. January, October and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Yukon in?
Yukon observes America/Whitehorse (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:01 AM.
How many people live in Yukon?
Yukon has a population of approximately 45.000.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ca-provinces) - 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 22, 2026 at 8:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
