Yukon Travel Guide
Yukon travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 13°F (-11°C) in Yukon with fog. It feels like 6°F. Today runs from 13°F to 20°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 5/10 - marginal.
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 cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 20°F is 7.2°F below the 28°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. outdoors is the strongest bet in Yukon today at 7.4/10. Visibility is down to 0,2 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Overnight lows near 13°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 64°16′56.3″N 135°0′0″W (64.2823, -135)
Weather in Yukon right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:07 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 26° / 16°
Overcast · 4% rain · wind 2 mph
🌨️ 24° / 12°
Light snow · 22% rain · wind 3 mph
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 | 8:07 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Best time to visit Yukon
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, October 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 January, October and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 13°F (-11°C) with fog. Humidity is 89% and wind is 1 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 8:07 PM.
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 October 28, 2026 at 8:07 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
