February 6 is generally a great time to visit Banff. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable -5°C weather. Banff is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Banff
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Banff Weather Forecast for February 6
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of -4.8°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Banff in February
Based on historical data for February 6, Banff typically experiences temperatures between -14°C and -4.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Banff
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
-4.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-14°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-8.7°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.8 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1019.4 hPa
High volatility
Banff Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
❓ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 73 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 110 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 183 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-8.4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Busy
66/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~192
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Banff
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:12
☀️ Noon
12:57
🌇 Sunset
17:42
⏱️ Daylight
9h 29m
Wind Speed
9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Banff
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 February 6 averages -4.8°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 0/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Banff Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Banff Worth Visiting on February 6?
Planning a trip to Banff on February 6? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging -4.8°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 192 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 February 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 2.2°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -29.6°C in 2025.