Kootenay National Park weather in July
Cool, with some rainy days. Average highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C, with around 12 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While July isn't our top-rated month for Kootenay National Park, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
14°C
Average low
1°C
Rainy days
12 days
Best months to visit
Year-round
What to do in Kootenay National Park in July
Whatever the weather, Kootenay National Park rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Soak in Radium Hot Springs pools at twilight
Drive the Banff-Windermere Parkway through canyon switchbacks
Hike to Marble Canyon where turquoise water cuts through stone
Trek to Kindersley Pass for alpine meadows and bighorn sheep
Explore the Jumper Lake Trail through old-growth forest
Kayak the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers for wildlife viewing
What to pack for July
Layer up — a mid-weight jacket, jumpers, and comfortable trousers. Waterproof shoes are recommended. Scarves and gloves may be useful in the evenings.
Browse other months
January
-12C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
-12C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
-6C
Cold, with some rainy days.
April
-2C
Cold, with some rainy days.
May
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
June
9C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
July (you are here)
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
August
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
September
7C
Cold, with some rainy days.
October
-1C
Cold, with some rainy days.
November
-9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
December
-14C
Cold, with some rainy days.
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