Jasper weather in August (Alberta, Canada)

Curious about the August weather in Jasper? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Jasper typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 17°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C.

Jasper 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, we can expect around 14 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 235 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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

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

 

Jasper, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 235 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 52%  

Where to go in Canada in August

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Jasper in August?

For visitors traveling to Jasper, 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 in August.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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