Weather in August in Yukon
Considering a trip to Yukon this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Yukon in August?
Yukon is a region in Canada. August in Yukon generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with 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 mild in Beloud Post at 15°C to pleasant in Mayo at 18°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Mayo and 6°C in Beloud Post.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tagish with an average of 55 mm to moderate rainfall in Beaver Creek with 90 mm.Average sunshine
The city Whitehorse usually sees around 230 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a closer look at August's conditions in Yukon, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Yukon's yearly weather, check out our Yukon climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Yukon?
Whitehorse
In August Whitehorse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Haines Junction
In August Haines Junction generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Carcross
In August Carcross generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Tagish
In August Tagish generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Beaver Creek
In August Beaver Creek generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Yukon?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Whitehorse, August might be a good time to visit Yukon. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Whitehorse. The weather in January, February, March, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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