🇨🇦 Banff vs Las Vegas 🇺🇸

Banff, Canada vs Las Vegas, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Las Vegas is the warmer of the two — about 20 degrees warmer on average across the year. Las Vegas is drier, with roughly 153 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇦 Banff🇺🇸 Las Vegas
Avg annual high7°C27°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)July (40°C)
Coldest monthDecember (-15°C low)December (4°C low)
Rainy days / year20754
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJuly, August, SeptemberFebruary, March, November

🇨🇦 Banff

Best around July, August, September. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in December (-15°C).

🇺🇸 Las Vegas

Best around February, March, November. Hottest in July (40°C), coldest lows in December (4°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Banff or Las Vegas warmer?

Las Vegas is warmer overall, averaging about 20 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Banff or Las Vegas?

Banff is rainier — Las Vegas sees about 153 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Banff vs Las Vegas?

Banff is best around July, August, September; Las Vegas is best around February, March, November.

Not sure? Find your ideal destination by climate →