Temperatures in August
It's warm in August in Canton with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Canton in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Canton with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 30°C, with nights close to 18°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Canton will be around 29°C, with nights close to 17°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 128 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 23% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Canton. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Canton in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
128 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Canton?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Canton. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Canton in August
With 37°C, Canton hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 6°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Canton
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Canton, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Canton
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Canton, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Canton.
Daily UV Index in August in Canton
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Canton, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Canton Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Canton, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Canton Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Canton, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Canton
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Average Weather in Canton by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Canton. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
