Yukon, Canada

🇨🇦 Yukon, Canada



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Wind30 km/h7 km/h14 km/h13 km/h9 km/h18 km/h15 km/h

Best time to visit Yukon

The highest-rated periods are January to March and September to December, offering aurora viewing and winter or autumn experiences, though cold and limited daylight require preparation. April to August are rated as acceptable, with longer daylight supporting sightseeing, hiking and road trips, but spring and summer temperatures can vary considerably.

JanuaryGreatTemp (°C)-15°Rain (mm)14Sun Hours1Dry Days20

January is intensely cold, around -19°C to -8°C, with very short daylight. Aurora viewing and winter activities suit visitors equipped for severe cold.

FebruaryGreatTemp (°C)-14°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours2Dry Days18

February is intensely cold, around -19°C to -8°C, with limited daylight. Aurora watching and snow activities are possible, though severe cold can make outdoor time demanding.

MarchGreatTemp (°C)-7°Rain (mm)8Sun Hours5Dry Days20

March is wintry, around -13°C to -2°C, with snow activities and aurora viewing. Daylight lasts longer, while outdoor plans remain subject to freezing conditions.

AprilOKTemp (°C)Rain (mm)7Sun Hours8Dry Days21

April ranges from -5°C to 7°C, with a mix of lingering snow and spring conditions. Daylight supports sightseeing, while snow-based activities may remain available.

MayOKTemp (°C)Rain (mm)7Sun Hours10Dry Days26

May ranges from 5°C to 35°C, with rapidly lengthening daylight and possible unusual heat. Spring conditions suit outdoor touring, though temperatures can vary sharply.

JuneOKTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours11Dry Days25

June ranges from 6°C to 35°C, with about 18-22 hours of daylight. Long bright days support hiking and sightseeing, while heat can become substantial.

JulyOKTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours10Dry Days27

July ranges from 6°C to 26°C, with exceptionally long daylight. Hiking, road trips and sightseeing fit the brief summer season.

AugustOKTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours9Dry Days28

August ranges from 6°C to 26°C, with long summer days. Hiking and sightseeing are practical, with cool evenings in the territory's brief summer.

SeptemberGreatTemp (°C)Rain (mm)12Sun Hours7Dry Days25

September ranges from 1°C to 15°C, with shorter days and autumn scenery. Outdoor touring remains practical, while darker nights support aurora viewing.

OctoberGreatTemp (°C)Rain (mm)11Sun Hours4Dry Days25

October ranges from -5°C to 5°C, with autumn scenery and short days. Northern landscapes and possible auroras suit visitors prepared for chilly outdoor conditions.

NovemberGreatTemp (°C)-8°Rain (mm)8Sun Hours2Dry Days22

November ranges from -13°C to -5°C, with limited daylight and firmly wintry conditions. Aurora viewing and snow activities are possible, while relaxed sightseeing can be demanding.

DecemberGreatTemp (°C)-12°Rain (mm)8Sun Hours1Dry Days19

December is intensely cold, around -18°C to -8°C, with very short daylight. Aurora trips and winter experiences suit well-equipped visitors, while outdoor time can be demanding.

Sources: travelyukon.com, en.wikivoyage.org

Arctic Day: Aurora Viewing Tour | late night

Arctic Day: Aurora Viewing Tour | late night

Cost: From 131.15 USD · Duration: 4.5 hours · 4.3 (81 reviews)

As one of the most sought-after Northern experiences, a Yukon vacation is only complete with a viewing of the aurora borealis cascading across the Yukon night sky. We invite you to join us at our custom built Aurora viewing location, far from the lights of the city, so you can experience the Northern Lights for yourself – and create your own legend

Yukon Aurora Viewing Package | 4 days

Yukon Aurora Viewing Package | 4 days

Cost: From 728.69 USD · Duration: 96 hours · 4.8 (38 reviews)

On this 4-day (three nights) Best Value Aurora Viewing tour inclusive City Tour, you’ll discover scenic Whitehorse, the Yukon’s capital, surrounded by endless mountains. On three successive evenings, you’ll travel just outside the city centre, but far enough from the city lights to an idyllic Northern Lights viewing location, the AuroraCentre. The

Northern Lights and Huskies

Northern Lights and Huskies

Cost: From 701.39 USD · Duration: 48 hours · 5.0 (28 reviews)

Our location is very unique and our family are our dogs. We do have over 100 friendly and lovable dogs on site. "We are a place for people who love dogs". It is important that you are very comfortable around dogs to fully enjoy this experience. We are located outside the city light pollution so northern lights are visible directly overhead of our l

KLUANE NATIONAL PARK - Day-Trip from Whitehorse

KLUANE NATIONAL PARK - Day-Trip from Whitehorse

Cost: From 286.36 USD · 4.7 (25 reviews)

The drive from Whitehorse to Haines Junction and Kluane National Park takes you through the heart of the Yukon wilderness. This incredible drive is full of breathtaking landscapes and scenery, and hopefully lots of wildlife! We spend the afternoon exploring this area along the famous Alaska Highway known for its impressive views. When we arrive in

Arctic Day: Yukon Wildlife & Hot Springs Tour | half day

Arctic Day: Yukon Wildlife & Hot Springs Tour | half day

Cost: From 200.99 USD · Duration: 5 hours · 4.5 (21 reviews)

On this half-day tour from Whitehorse, visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve where you’ll have the opportunity to view and photograph wildlife in their natural habitat. To cap off a great day, relax at the nearby Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs.

Arctic Day: Yukon Wildlife Half Day Viewing Tour

Arctic Day: Yukon Wildlife Half Day Viewing Tour

Cost: From 138.91 USD · Duration: 3 hours · 4.3 (16 reviews)

We will visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve where you’ll have the opportunity to view and photograph wildlife in its natural habitat. Dalls sheep, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, mule deer, wapiti (elk), woodland caribou, wood bison, musk-ox, moose, arctic fox and even lynx can all be seen on this tour. It's a photographer's and naturalist's dream to

Yukon Gold Experience feat. Emerald Lake & Carcross

Yukon Gold Experience feat. Emerald Lake & Carcross

Cost: From 208.75 USD · 5.0 (16 reviews)

This half day excursion is packed with some of the best sights in the Yukon! We start by making a stop at a viewpoint over Miles Canyon, a crux of the stampeders journey from Alaska to the Klondike. From there we head down the South Klondike Highway to Emerald Lake, then onto the Carcross Desert, the smallest desert in the world. After a quick orie

Caribou Crossing Adventure Tour

Caribou Crossing Adventure Tour

Cost: From 184.77 USD · Duration: 6 hours · 5.0 (15 reviews)

Caribou Crossing Tour Vibrant community with ancestral traditions Unique scenery of mountains and lakes “ A Place where Spiritual Journey Begins “ Home to the Carcross/Tagish First Nation. It is 74 km (46 mi) south-southeast by the Alaska Highway and the Klondike Highway from Whitehorse. Bridge to the first people migrating across the Bering Strait

Fall Color Tour in Yukon from Whitehorse

Fall Color Tour in Yukon from Whitehorse

Cost: From 812.25 USD · Duration: 96 hours · 5.0 (15 reviews)

Experience the real Yukon and lifestyle with the dogs during one of the most spectacular times of the year, on this 3-day guided tour. Fall is the time when the days are still warm and long to enjoy lots of outdoor time and the nights are dark to have a chance to see the Northern Lights dancing in the sky. Learn about our life with over hundred Hus

Brief

  • Yukon is vast and sparsely populated. Outside Whitehorse, expect long distances between fuel, food, accommodation and mobile coverage; plan routes, fuel stops and accommodation in advance.
  • September is a good period for northern-lights viewing as nights become longer, while daylight and road conditions can change quickly in autumn.
  • Try regional foods such as wild salmon, Arctic char, bison, game meats, bannock and locally made spruce-tip products.
  • Backcountry routes, including the Dempster Highway, require extra preparation because roadside services and communications are limited.

Safety and health

  • Visitors are not covered by Canada’s public health system. Carry travel insurance that covers medical treatment, road rescue and possible air evacuation, especially for remote trips. (wikivoyage.org)
  • Treat lake and river water before drinking by boiling, filtering or disinfecting it, as untreated backcountry water can contain Giardia. (wikivoyage.org)
  • Remote hiking and driving can involve delayed emergency response and limited communications. Carry navigation, emergency supplies and a way to communicate outside mobile coverage.

Recent News

  • Dempster Highway roadwork contract terminated - September 3, 2026: The Yukon government terminated a road-repair contract for sections of the Dempster Highway. The report does not indicate a closure, but travellers should check current road conditions and construction information before driving the route. (cbc.ca)