Lake Louise Map
Interactive map of Lake Louise with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Lake Louise is a tourist attraction in Banff. Lake Louise is a landmark known for a glacial lake below Victoria Glacier.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Lake Louise with clear. It feels like 47°F. Today runs from 49°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 36%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.
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 cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is 7°F below the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Lake Louise today at 8.8/10. 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.
Map of Lake Louise
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 51°25′31.4″N 116°10′38.3″W (51.4254, -116.1773)
Quick facts about Lake Louise
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Banff |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 51°25′31.4″N 116°10′38.3″W (51.4254, -116.1773) |
| Known for | a glacial lake below Victoria Glacier |
| Local time | 7:05 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Getting to Lake Louise
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Things to do in Lake Louise
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Lake Louise.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Louise?
Lake Louise is a tourist attraction 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 50°F (10°C) with clear. Humidity is 90% and wind is 5 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 7:05 AM.
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 (attractions) - 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 25, 2026 at 7:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
