The weather in August in Canada
It's warm in August in Canada with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 10°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Canada. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Canada. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2018, Canada reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 37 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Canada
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Canada. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Canada | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 23°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 37 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,1 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Canada with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Canada is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Canada for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Canada is based on weather data from Banff. Other places, like Vancouver, Toronto or Niagara Falls, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Canada to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Canada. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Canada
Temperature in August in Canada over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Canada. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Canada
Total precipitation in August in Canada over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Canada
Snowfall in August in Canada per year
Daily UV index in August in Canada
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Canada, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Canada
The weather in August in Canada is rated an average of 2,5 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors. Have you been to Canada? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Sunny and sometimes warm, but with unpredictable showers. Many opportunities for active recreation, but an umbrella is required.— This text is automatically translated to English
it was warm but it was snowing and I didn't have a good time because I was there for a funeral of a family member— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Canada by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Canada. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.