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Alberta Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Alberta, Canada in August.

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Planning a journey to Alberta, Canada this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Alberta in August

Alberta, Canada is a region in Canada. In August, Alberta experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to warm and moderate precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Cape Dyer at 5°C (41°F) to warm in Taber at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Taber and 1°C (34°F) in Cape Dyer.

For a closer look at conditions across Alberta, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lethbridge with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Jasper with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Calgary typically receives 282 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Alberta in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Alberta

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Alberta, Canada?

Temperature range in Alberta (August)

Precipitation variation in Alberta (August)

Calgary

In August Calgary generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
315 hours
282 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Calgary →

Edmonton

In August Edmonton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
307 hours
282 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Edmonton →

Jasper

In August Jasper generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
235 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Jasper →

Canmore

In August Canmore generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
215 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Canmore →

Banff

In August Banff generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
215 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Banff →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Alberta in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jasper 17°C (63°F) 3°C (37°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Calgary 24°C (75°F) 8°C (46°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Edmonton 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Canmore 19°C (66°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Banff 18°C (64°F) 4°C (39°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Lake Louise 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Alberta weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Alberta, Canada in August?

August in Alberta, Canada brings perfect weather. In Calgary, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Alberta, Canada in August?

In Calgary, the average daytime high in August is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Alberta, Canada get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Alberta, Canada. Calgary averages only about 69 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Alberta, Canada?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Alberta, Canada. Typically, the climate in Calgary is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Calgary. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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