Gatineau weather in August (Quebec, Canada)

Is August a good time to explore Gatineau weather-wise? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Gatineau is usually perfect in August, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 26°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 14°C.

Precipitation

Gatineau in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 12 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 251 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Gatineau. May and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gatineau, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 54% *  

Sunshine 251 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Ottawa, Canada (6 KM, 3 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?

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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