Canmore weather in August (Alberta, Canada)

What is the weather forecast for Canmore in August? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In August, Canmore typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August marks the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 19°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Canmore in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 12 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 215 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Canmore, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 83 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 40% *  

Sunshine 215 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Banff, Canada (18 KM, 11 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

For visitors traveling to Canmore, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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