Lake Louise Travel Guide
Lake Louise travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 35°F (2°C) in Lake Louise with mainly clear. It feels like 29°F. Today runs from 28°F to 49°F. Chance of precipitation is 9%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - 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 Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park and Dinosaur Provincial Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 49°F is 6.1°F above the 43°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Lake Louise today at 9.6/10. Overnight lows near 28°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Lake Louise
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Coordinates: 51°25′31.4″N 116°10′38.3″W (51.4254, -116.1773)
Weather in Lake Louise right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:15 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 53° / 40°
Drizzle · 24% rain · wind 4 mph
☁️ 61° / 38°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 5 mph
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 | 6:15 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Things to do in Lake Louise
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Lake Louise.
Best time to visit Lake Louise
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 35°F (2°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 78% and wind is 2 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 6:15 PM.
What are the top things to do in Lake Louise?
Popular options include 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 October 1, 2026 at 6:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
