Weather in Whitehorse
What's the weather like in Whitehorse?
Whitehorse has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -9°C (15°F) in January to 20°C (69°F) in July, with overnight lows around -14°C (6°F) and 11°C (51°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Whitehorse are July.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇦 Canada
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Whitehorse
- Coordinates
- 60.721, -135.057
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9°C / 15°F | -14°C / 6°F | 27 mm | 16 | — |
| February | -8°C / 17°F | -15°C / 4°F | 24 mm | 13 | — |
| March | -2°C / 29°F | -10°C / 13°F | 21 mm | 13 | — |
| April | 6°C / 42°F | -3°C / 26°F | 19 mm | 14 | — |
| May | 14°C / 56°F | 3°C / 37°F | 30 mm | 17 | — |
| June | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 48 mm | 21 | — |
| July | 20°C / 69°F | 11°C / 51°F | 60 mm | 18 | — |
| August | 18°C / 64°F | 9°C / 48°F | 65 mm | 19 | — |
| September | 12°C / 53°F | 4°C / 40°F | 52 mm | 19 | — |
| October | 5°C / 40°F | -1°C / 30°F | 47 mm | 18 | — |
| November | -5°C / 24°F | -10°C / 15°F | 34 mm | 19 | — |
| December | -9°C / 15°F | -15°C / 6°F | 31 mm | 15 | — |
Whitehorse by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Whitehorse?
The most comfortable months in Whitehorse are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Whitehorse?
July is typically the hottest month in Whitehorse, averaging a high of 20°C (69°F).
What is the coldest month in Whitehorse?
February is usually the coldest, with average lows around -15°C (4°F).
Does it snow in Whitehorse?
Snow is rare in Whitehorse; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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