With a population of 23,272, Whitehorse is the largest city in Yukon, Canada by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Whitehorse deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Whitehorse in July, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °F, with an average temperature of 3.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 1.6″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Whitehorse, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.
When flying to Whitehorse, you’ll arrive at Whitehorse (YXY), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest flight to Whitehorse from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 16h 41m.
Average rates range from around $185 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $618 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Gold Rush Inn and Destination Family Hotel.
Renting a car in Whitehorse costs $95 per day, on average, or $190 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Whitehorse.
Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Whitehorse (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in Whitehorse is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 31% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$74/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$74/day