Best Time to Visit Canada

Canada is best visited in the summer or the winter, depending on the purpose of your trip. Unless you’re traveling to ski, the summer and fall months give sunny days and pleasant temperatures, making it the best time to head north. Despite its vast size, Canada’s weather patterns are similar across the entire country and largely mimics that of Europe. With most diverse habitats, you can expect temperate coastal regions and snowy mountain peaks, but you will generally find warm temperatures in the summer and cold temperatures in the winter.

Best time to visit

June through October should be considered the summer travel season, with weather and crowds peaking July through September. To beat the crowds, consider traveling in June or October but speak with your trusted Scott Dunn expert to ensure you have proper expectations for each season. January through March is reserved for skiing but comes with very cold temperatures.

Climate guide for Canada

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Average temperatures (Fahrenheit) and rainfall (mm)

Jan
44°F 1mm
Feb
41°F 1mm
Mar
52°F 1mm
Apr
71°F 4mm
May
82°F 7mm
Jun
84°F 66mm
Jul
88°F 48mm
Aug
86°F 7mm
Sep
82°F 5mm
Oct
69°F 3mm
Nov
53°F 2mm
Dec
43°F 0mm
Jan
52°F 21mm
Feb
51°F 15mm
Mar
60°F 28mm
Apr
67°F 16mm
May
77°F 13mm
Jun
83°F 13mm
Jul
83°F 7mm
Aug
85°F 6mm
Sep
79°F 16mm
Oct
65°F 19mm
Nov
58°F 23mm
Dec
52°F 21mm
Jan
36°F 0mm
Feb
33°F 0mm
Mar
50°F 3mm
Apr
68°F 3mm
May
85°F 6mm
Jun
89°F 10mm
Jul
89°F 4mm
Aug
91°F 9mm
Sep
85°F 5mm
Oct
72°F 4mm
Nov
50°F 1mm
Dec
37°F 0mm
Jan
36°F 0mm
Feb
33°F 0mm
Mar
50°F 3mm
Apr
68°F 3mm
May
85°F 6mm
Jun
89°F 10mm
Jul
88°F 4mm
Aug
91°F 9mm
Sep
85°F 5mm
Oct
72°F 4mm
Nov
50°F 1mm
Dec
37°F 0mm
Jan
38°F 1mm
Feb
38°F 1mm
Mar
48°F 2mm
Apr
60°F 5mm
May
81°F 8mm
Jun
87°F 7mm
Jul
86°F 6mm
Aug
86°F 6mm
Sep
80°F 8mm
Oct
66°F 8mm
Nov
57°F 4mm
Dec
43°F 1mm
Jan
53°F 26mm
Feb
52°F 24mm
Mar
60°F 34mm
Apr
68°F 19mm
May
78°F 16mm
Jun
83°F 17mm
Jul
83°F 8mm
Aug
86°F 15mm
Sep
79°F 23mm
Oct
65°F 48mm
Nov
58°F 48mm
Dec
52°F 32mm
Jan
43°F 3mm
Feb
39°F 1mm
Mar
42°F 2mm
Apr
55°F 6mm
May
68°F 14mm
Jun
74°F 9mm
Jul
77°F 11mm
Aug
75°F 16mm
Sep
65°F 31mm
Oct
54°F 26mm
Nov
43°F 3mm
Dec
44°F 3mm

Our Experts Say...

"From the lodges and ski mountains in British Columbia to the shores in northern Manitoba, Canada's seasons differ based on weather, activities and wildlife. You can visit most of Canada's destinations year round, allowing each season to bring new experiences. "

Polar Bear sightings in northern Manitoba offer a very short season, with a mix of itineraries in July, August and September, more artic ground-level encounters in October and November and a few specific dates in February and March to view new born cubs. 

The summer months in Canada are when family travel is in full swing. Traveling at this time of year will take a little patience as it's busy and booking farther out in advance will help with availability. Visiting in the spring and fall will offers lower pricing and fewer tourists. 

The Canadian waters are perfect for whale watching. Visit from April to October for a chance to get a peek at these amazing marine mammals. If it's the Northern Lights you're after, December to March could offer possible viewing, with more hours of darkness and cold, clear nights. 

New England in the fall can be a treasure for those looking to road trip and experience the fall foliage. From lobster rolls to craft beer, these small coastal towns have a charming way about them."

Angela Malek, North America Specialist

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