August weather forecast
Charlottetown, Canada

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Weather in August

As the summer season progresses, August maintains the warm weather trend established in July. Despite a slight decrease in average high temperatures from July, the reduction is largely unfelt, making August another hot month. The humidity remains constant rendering this month perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings. A reduction in cloud cover from 40% in July to 35% in August paves the way for clearer skies. Sticking out among the statistics, sea temperatures hit an annual high of 18.3°C (64.9°F) in August, further enhancing the summer feel.

Temperature

Charlottetown's temperature records reveal August as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and lows of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Charlottetown, during August, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. In Charlottetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.1 days and collects up to 715mm (28.15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Charlottetown, snow does not fall in June through October.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 18.3°C (64.9°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of August in Charlottetown, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:52 pm ADT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Charlottetown?

Charlottetown notes the warmest temperatures in August, with a average high of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and a low of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

What is the usual temperature for Charlottetown in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Charlottetown, Canada, are 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Charlottetown?

The average relative humidity in August in Charlottetown, Canada, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Charlottetown?

In Charlottetown, Canada, in August, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 60mm (2.36") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Charlottetown?

In Charlottetown, Canada, snow does not fall in June through October.

When is the sea warmest in Charlottetown?

The month with the warmest seawater in Charlottetown, Canada, is August, with an average sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).

What is the sea water temperature in August in Charlottetown?

In Charlottetown, the average seawater temperature in August is 18.3°C (64.9°F). For most, swimming in 18.3°C (64.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in August in Charlottetown?

The average day length in August is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Charlottetown?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:52 pm ADT.

What month has the most sunshine in Charlottetown?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Charlottetown, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Charlottetown have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Charlottetown is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Charlottetown?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Charlottetown.

How high is the UV index in August in Charlottetown?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Charlottetown, Canada, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average temperature in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average high temperature in August: 21.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-8.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average pressure in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average wind speed in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average wind speed in August: 16.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average humidity in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average rainfall in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average rainfall in August: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (47mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average rainfall days in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average snowfall in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (121mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average snowfall days in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average sea temperature in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in August: 18.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (-1.1°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average sunshine days in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average UV index in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average cloud cover in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Charlottetown, Canada

Average visibility in August - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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