Edmonton Weather in August
Canada · August climate averages and travel tips
Avg high23°C (74°F)
Avg low11°C (52°F)
Rainfall58 mm (2.3 in)
RatingExcellent 9.2/10
In August, Edmonton has average highs of 23°C (74°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F). August is summer in Canada. The month is fairly dry, with about 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain spread over 12 days. You get roughly 14.6 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is August a good time to visit Edmonton?
Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Edmonton. The weather rates excellent (9.2/10) on our comfort score.
August weather at a glance
| Average high | 23°C (74°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 11°C (52°F) |
| Daily mean | 17°C (63°F) |
| Rainfall | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 12 |
| Humidity | 69% |
| Cloud cover | 58% |
| Daylight | 14.6 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 6.7 hours/day |
| Wind | 8.5 km/h |
| vs July | 1°C cooler than July, with 33 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Edmonton in August
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- a sweater for cool nights
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Edmonton weather in other months
Jan-6°C / -14°C22 mmPoorFeb-4°C / -13°C18 mmPoorMar3°C / -7°C25 mmPoorApr10°C / -1°C41 mmFairMay17°C / 5°C67 mmExcellentJun21°C / 10°C92 mmGoodJul24°C / 13°C91 mmGoodAug23°C / 11°C58 mmExcellentSep19°C / 7°C41 mmExcellentOct10°C / 0°C27 mmGoodNov0°C / -7°C28 mmPoorDec-6°C / -13°C20 mmPoor
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