Dawson City Weather in August
August in Dawson City brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and nights around 7°C (45°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 60 mm (2.4 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Dawson City in August
Rain is expected on roughly 11 days, totalling around 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Dawson City in August
August in Dawson City sees highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) overnight. Experience the summer season in August. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June and July typically offer the best circumstances for Dawson City.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Canada, check out our Dawson City's climate page.
Dawson City Temperature in August
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Best Places in Canada in August
Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Canada in August →
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
What to Wear in Dawson City in August
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.What To Do in Dawson City in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Canada, check out our Dawson City's climate page.
See the full Dawson City climate overview or explore weather in Canada.
