Is Lake Louise turquoise in September?

Lake Louise has beauty at anytime of year, but if you are set on seeing the famous blue-green water the best time to visit is from late June to early September. In the spring tourists are often shocked to arrive to an ice-covered lake. Especially if they show up in April or May.



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It can also be seen in September, but usually, by this time, the silt is settling to where there is no more reflection of the light and the lake begins to lose its color. The next change the lake takes is in mid-November when it starts to freeze up again and it repeats the cycle.

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Banff and Lake Louise start to get colder in September. The summer months have come to a close, which means chiller nights and early mornings, with milder temperatures mid-day. You can expect highs of around 17 C and lows of about 2 C in the Town of Banff.

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The average Banff temperature in September is around 16°C (61°F) during the day. At night you can expect the average minimum temperature is around 3°C (37°F). As for rainfall, September typically gets around 38 mm (1.5 in) spread over 13 days.

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Between mid-June to October, parking at Lake Louise is a struggle. You'll want to arrive before 8:00 a.m. to secure a parking spot at Lake Louise, which means an early rise unless you stay at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. We've never had a problem parking at Lake Louise during the shoulder season or winter.

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Lake Louise is a famous Banff destination for a reason—its bright turquoise colouring and stunning backdrop. Well, the backdrop will still be there in a month, but October is the last time to see the lake before it freezes for the winter. So make sure to add the iconic Lake Louise to your October Banff to-do list.

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Can you see the Northern Lights in Banff in September? You can spot the Northern Lights in Banff in September, but again, you better your chances at the dark sky preserve.

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The community of Lake Louise and the Lake Louise Lakeshore are open year-round. Moraine Lake Road is closed to personal vehicles year round. Parks Canada shuttles, Roam Public Transit, and commercial buses are permitted from June 1 to mid-October. Exact dates may vary depending on snow conditions.

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Parks Canada Shuttles: Departing daily, from May to October from the Park & Ride these shuttles go directly to Lake Louise or Moraine Lake with a connector shuttle available to move between the lakes. Use the Parks Canada Shuttles to guarantee you see both lakes in a day. Tickets must be reserved in advance.

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