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Richmond Hill Weather in August

During August, Richmond Hill experiences high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and cooler nights around 15°C (59°F). As part of the summer season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 76 mm (3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Richmond Hill in August

Rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 76 mm (3 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Richmond Hill in August

August is one of the better months to visit Richmond Hill. Expect 26°C (79°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. This month falls in the summer season. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Richmond Hill in August

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 245 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Richmond Hill.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Richmond Hill.

Richmond Hill Temperature in August

Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
76 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
85% *
Sunshine
245 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
56% *
* Data from: Toronto, Canada (24 KM, 15 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Richmond Hill in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Richmond Hill in August

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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