Thompson Weather in August
Thompson in August averages 22°C (72°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. This is part of the summer season, and quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Thompson in August
Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see rain, totalling around 95 mm (3.7 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Thompson in August
The temperature in Thompson in August is excellent. Daytime highs reach 22°C (72°F), with nights dropping to 11°C (52°F). August is in the summer season. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June and August typically offer the best circumstances for Thompson.
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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 Thompson 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
What To Do in Thompson in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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