September 23 is generally a great time to visit Banff. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. Banff is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Banff
Currency
CAD
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Language
English
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Banff Weather Forecast for September 23
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.7°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Banff in September
Based on historical data for September 23, Banff typically experiences temperatures between 2.6°C and 14.7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Banff
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
14.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.6 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1014.9 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 84% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 31 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 47 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 78 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.5°C
Dry air
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
89/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~261
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Banff
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:31
☀️ Noon
12:35
🌇 Sunset
18:40
⏱️ Daylight
12h 9m
Wind Speed
10.3 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Banff
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 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 September 23 averages 14.7°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— 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 September 23?
Planning a trip to Banff on September 23? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.7°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 261 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 September 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.1°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -4.4°C in 2017.