Travelers heading to the Yukon can experience a vast landscape that is one of the few remaining unspoiled spots on earth. From its endless-sun summer days and autumn beauty to skiing and aurora-viewing in the winter, the territory in Canada’s northwestern corner provides signature experiences during all four seasons.
Spring (April and May)
- Seasonal highlight: Return of migratory wildlife
- Activities: Wildlife viewing, golfing, fishing and camping, road trips
- Average high temperature: 7°C (44.6°F)
Summer (June to August)
- Seasonal highlight: The midnight sun
- Activities: Canoeing and kayaking, mountain biking, summer arts and music festivals
- Average high temperature: 26°C (78.8°F)
Fall (September and October)
- Seasonal highlight: Brilliant autumn colors
- Activities: Hiking, paddling, road trips, watching the caribou migration, early northern lights viewing
- Average high temperature: 7°C (44.6°F)
Winter (November to March)
- Seasonal highlight: The northern lights
- Activities: Dog sledding, ice fishing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hot springs, skiing
- Average high temperature: -13°C (8.6°F)
To learn more, email Tourism Yukon’s Stephen Reynolds or go to travelyukon.com.
Top photo: Autumn colors at Mount Adney
Photo by Government of Yukon/Robert Postma