Mount Aylmer Mountain
Rocky Mountain peak in Banff National Park
A Canadian Rockies peak in Alberta popular with hikers and scramblers seeking high‑alpine views and classic Rocky Mountain routes.
Mount Aylmer at a Glance#
How to Get to Mount Aylmer#
Access via Banff National Park roads; trailheads are reached from parking areas off the Icefields Parkway or adjacent roads depending on the chosen route. Check Parks Canada for trail conditions.
Tips for Visiting Mount Aylmer#
- Start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms common in the Canadian Rockies.
- The Aylmer trail is popular with hikers aiming for high alpine views - be prepared for scree and exposed sections.
- Pair a climb with a circuit of nearby peaks for best use of travel time in Banff/Jasper regions.
Best Time to Visit Mount Aylmer#
Best in summer for clear trails and long daylight; winter requires technical equipment.
Summer
Jun-Sep · 5-20°C
Best weather for hiking and alpine views; snow usually melts from main trails.
Late spring/early autumn
May, Oct · -5-10°C
Quieter trails but possible late or early snow and colder temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Mount Aylmer#
Climate
Mount Aylmer's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -19°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (898 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 25
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
14°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -19° - -7° | -23° | 68 mm | - | - | 6.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -17° - -4° | -18° | 56 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -15° - -4° | -18° | 67 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -10° - -2° | -12° | 59 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -6° - 4° | -6° | 85 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -2° - 9° | 0° | 117 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 1° - 13° | 4° | 96 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 1° - 14° | 5° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -3° - 8° | -2° | 65 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -8° - 4° | -8° | 63 mm | - | - | 6.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -15° - -4° | -17° | 77 mm | - | - | 6.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -19° - -7° | -22° | 56 mm | - | - | 6.7 m/s | - | - |
