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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Yukon for your holiday.
Climate Overview
-34 °C to 22 °C
0.39 – 1.85 in (2 – 8 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between -5.1 °C (Dawson) and -1.1 °C (Whitehorse)
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Best Time to Visit Yukon: Overview
JanuaryJan MaximumMax. –14 °C | FebruaryFeb MaximumMax. –8 °C | MarchMar MaximumMax. –2 °C | AprilApr MaximumMax. 6 °C | MayMay Good time to traveltime mostly PerfectPerf. climate in Yukon | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Yukon |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Yukon | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Yukon | SeptemberSep Good time to traveltime quite good until Mid-September | OctoberOct MaximumMax. 4 °C | NovemberNov MaximumMax. –6 °C | DecemberDec MaximumMax. –12 °C |
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Yukon) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Whitehorse | June, July, and August |
| Dawson | June, July, and August |
Climate Charts Yukon
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Whitehorse
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Yukon
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Yukon, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Whitehorse (Yukon)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | -14° | -8° | -2° | 6° | 13° | 18° | 20° | 18° | 12° | 4° | -6° | -12° |
| Night Temperature | -23° | -18° | -13° | -5° | 0° | 5° | 8° | 6° | 2° | -3° | -14° | -20° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.71 | 0.51 | 0.55 | 0.39 | 0.51 | 1.22 | 1.34 | 1.5 | 1.18 | 0.87 | 0.79 | 0.79 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 2 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Whitehorse is -1.1 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (14.1 °C)
Coldest month: January (-20.7 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 10.35 inch on 69 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: all except June, July, and August
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation in Dawson (Yukon)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | -27° | -19° | -7° | 5° | 15° | 21° | 22° | 19° | 12° | -1° | -13° | -22° |
| Night Temperature | -34° | -28° | -22° | -9° | 1° | 7° | 9° | 7° | 1° | -8° | -20° | -29° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.67 | 0.63 | 0.39 | 0.39 | 0.83 | 1.54 | 1.85 | 1.73 | 1.1 | 1.14 | 0.87 | 0.98 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Dawson is -5.1 °C.Warmest month: July (15.6 °C)
Coldest month: January (-30.7 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 12.13 inch on 73 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: all except June, July, and August
Popular Activities
Yukon: Late-Night Aurora Borealis Tour at a Secluded Site
Tours
from 126 $ »
Complete your Yukon vacation by seeing the aurora borealis cascading across the Yukon night sky.
Aurora Lounge: Aurora Viewing Cabin & Bar
Tours
from 108 $ »
Join us at the Yukon’s coziest, and ONLY aurora viewing cabin with a liquor license! 10pm – 2am
Whitehorse: Signature Dog Sledding Experience with Hot Cocoa
Guided tours
from 249 $ »
Drive your own 10-dog team through Yukon forests with a professional musher behind you for support and safety. Learn mushing basics and meet the huskies.
More attractions
Yukon Wildlife Preserve: Guided Tour with Photo Stops | From Whitehorse: Kluane Wildlife & Scenic Vistas Day Trip | From Whitehorse: Kluane National Park Full-Day Tour & Hike | From Whitehorse: Klondike Gold Rush Tour to Emerald Lake | Yukon Wildlife Preserve: Tour & Nordic Hot Springs Soak | Whitehorse: Half-Day Snowshoeing Tour to Miles Canyon | Yukon: Half-Day Snowmobile Tour Covering 20-50 km |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Whitehorse
scattered clouds, -5.3 °CClouds: 40 % Wind: 16 mph S
Air Pressure: 1028 hPa Humidity: 92 %
Air Pressure: 1028 hPa Humidity: 92 %
Last updated: 25th Oct 2026, 09:28 am
The next days …
| 25th Oct 2026 | 26th Oct 2026 | 27th Oct 2026 | 28th Oct 2026 | 29th Oct 2026 | 30th Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 -6 °C to 1 °C |  -5 °C to 1 °C | -6 °C to 2 °C |  -8 °C to -0 °C | -9 °C to -1 °C | -9 °C to -1 °C |
| -6 °C to 1 °C | -5 °C to 1 °C | -6 °C to 2 °C | -8 °C to -0 °C | -9 °C to -1 °C | -9 °C to -1 °C |
| Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 21 % | Clouds: 95 % | Clouds: 6 % | Clouds: 3 % | Clouds: 51 % |
| No Precipitation | 0.02 in of snow | 0.11 in of snow | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Canada: Regions
Yukon is part of the holiday destination Canada. We analyzed the climate for additional regions, in order to provide you with information about the best time to visit and the expected holiday weather:Canada | British Columbia | Alberta | Ontario | Quebec | Newfoundland | Rocky Mountains | Vancouver | Calgary | Toronto | Montreal |
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Hottest Month
July: 22 °C
Day Temperature in Dawson
July: 22 °CDay Temperature in Dawson
Coldest Month
January: -34 °C
Night Temperature in Dawson
January: -34 °CNight Temperature in Dawson
Rainiest Month
July: 1.85 in
Rain in Dawson
July: 1.85 inRain in Dawson
Driest Month
April: 0.39 in
Rain in Whitehorse
April: 0.39 inRain in Whitehorse
Sunniest Month
June: 8.9 hours/day
Sunshine in Whitehorse
June: 8.9 hours/daySunshine in Whitehorse
Activities and Attractions
From Whitehorse: Skagway Day Trip with Scenic Stops
Culture & history
from 269 $ »
From Dawson City: Northern Lights Viewing with a Heated Yurt
Tours
from 108 $ »
Whitehorse: Aurora Viewing & Guided Snowshoe Tour
Snow & winter sports
from 213 $ »
Distances to Yukon
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehorse | 4290 mi | 2870 mi | 1990 mi |
| Dawson | 4160 mi | 3010 mi | 2260 mi |
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