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Niagara on the Lake weather in August (Ontario, Canada)

Looking to travel to Niagara on the Lake in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Niagara on the Lake, August is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 12°C.

Niagara on the Lake in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

With around 268 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Niagara on the Lake, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 47 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 268 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
* Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in August

Find out more about the weather in Canada in August and which places have the best weather 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 Niagara on the Lake in August?

For visitors traveling to Niagara on the Lake, 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
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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