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Alert weather in August (Canada)

How does the weather in Alert usually fare in August? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of August in Alert typically includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. Summer occurs in August. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 5°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -0°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Alert in August usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 270 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alert climate page with graphs.

 

Alert, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -0°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 30 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 270 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36%  

Where to go in Canada in August

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Alert.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Canada? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Canada. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.