Whistler weather in August (British Columbia, Canada)

What is the weather forecast for Whistler in August? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Whistler includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is part of summer. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 19°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Whistler in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 88 mm for the month. Expect around 9 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 241 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Whistler. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Whistler climate page with graphs.

 

Whistler, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 88 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 48%  

Sunshine 241 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 54%  

Where to go in Canada in August

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Whistler, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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