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CanadaThe weather in August in Whitehorse
It's pleasantly warm in August in Whitehorse with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Whitehorse. 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 Whitehorse, 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 30°C in 2023, Whitehorse reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 37 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,7 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Whitehorse
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Whitehorse. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Whitehorse | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 24°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 37 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,7 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Whitehorse with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 9°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 Whitehorse is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°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 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Whitehorse, Canada. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Whitehorse
Temperature in August in Whitehorse over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Whitehorse, 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 Whitehorse
Total precipitation in August in Whitehorse over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Whitehorse
Snowfall in August in Whitehorse per year
Daily UV index in August in Whitehorse
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Whitehorse, 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.
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Average weather in Whitehorse by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Whitehorse. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.