August 30 is generally a great time to visit Banff. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 20°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Banff right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Banff
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Banff Weather Forecast for August 30
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.2°C. 18% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Banff in August
Based on historical data for August 30, Banff typically experiences temperatures between 7.2°C and 20.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, layers (onion system) to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Banff
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
20.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.2°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
18%
Avg 1.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.3 cm
~18% chance
Pressure
1013.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Banff Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 77% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.6°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
91/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~266
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Banff
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:53
☀️ Noon
12:44
🌇 Sunset
19:35
⏱️ Daylight
13h 41m
Wind Speed
11.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
11.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
66%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Banff
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Banff on August 30 averages 20.2°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 95/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Banff Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 26
20.5°C • 14% rain
Score
100
August 27
20.8°C • 15% rain
Score
100
August 23
20.2°C • 16% rain
Score
96
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📍 Is Banff Worth Visiting on August 30?
Planning a trip to Banff on August 30? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.2°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 266 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 30 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.5°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 3.3°C in 2024.