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Tagish Weather in August
With daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), August in Tagish brings moderate temperatures during the day. Some rainfall is to be expected during the month.
Rainfall in Tagish in August
Rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 55 mm (2.2 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Tagish in August
In August, Tagish sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights drop to around 7°C (45°F). August marks the summer season. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Tagish in August
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 230 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Tagish Temperature in August
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
55 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
48% *
Sunshine
230 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
* Data from: Whitehorse, Canada (63 KM, 39 Miles).
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Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tagish typically drop from around 21°C (70°F) at the start of August to approximately 16°C (61°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 9°C (48°F).
Average temperatures in August
Historical weather records for Tagish in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Tagish spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Tagish historical weather extremes in August
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Tagish from 2006 through 2026.
- The hottest August day on record in Tagish reached 30°C (86°F) (August 4, 2010).
- The coldest August day was on August 29, 2015, with a maximum of 4°C (39°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was -2°C (28°F) (August 31, 2008).
- The wettest day in August Tagish was on August 9, 2018 with 20 mm (0.8 in) of precipitation.
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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 Tagish in August
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Tagish in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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