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Canton weather in August (Mississippi, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Canton in August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Canton typically brings very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is typically considered a summer month. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 34°C. At night, they generally drop to 21°C. Expect high temperatures this month, marking it as the warmest of the year. Prepare with lightweight clothing and plenty of sunscreen to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Canton in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 273 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm March, April, May, June and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Canton, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 92 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 273 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66% *  
* Data from: Jackson, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America 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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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