Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in Whitehorse with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Whitehorse 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 Whitehorse 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 17°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 Whitehorse will be around 29°C, with nights close to 16°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 127 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 21% 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 Whitehorse. 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.
Whitehorse in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
127 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Whitehorse?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Whitehorse. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Whitehorse in August
With 41°C, Whitehorse hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 6°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Whitehorse
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Whitehorse, 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 Whitehorse
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Whitehorse, 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 Whitehorse.
Daily UV Index in August in Whitehorse
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Whitehorse, 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 Whitehorse Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Whitehorse, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Whitehorse Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Whitehorse, 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 Whitehorse
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Average Weather in Whitehorse by Month
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