August weather forecastGjoa Haven, Canada
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Gjoa Haven, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 4°C (39.2°F) and an average high of 7.6°C (45.7°F).Temperature
As August unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Gjoa Haven, in August, registers a nighttime average temperature of 4°C (39.2°F).Humidity
In Gjoa Haven, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout August, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gjoa Haven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 35.7 days and collects up to 133mm (5.24") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In August, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout August, 3mm (0.12") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gjoa Haven, there are 143.3 snowfall days, and 457mm (17.99") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Gjoa Haven, the average seawater temperature in August is 0.6°C (33.1°F).Note: While swimming, this is identified as life-endangering and very dangerous. The water's freezing temperatures cause intense discomfort and induce rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to mitigate thermal damage.
Daylight
With an average of 17h and 30min of daylight, August has the longest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 2:32 am and sunset at 10:27 pm. On the last day of August, in Gjoa Haven, sunrise is at 4:46 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 9.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average high temperature in August: 7.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-25.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-29.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average pressure in August: 1010.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average wind speed in August: 18.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (98%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average rainfall in August: 12mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (18mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average rainfall days in August: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (7.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average snowfall in August: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is October (72mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (2mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average sea temperature in August: 0.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (0.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is December (-1.8°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average daylight in August: 17h and 30min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average sunshine days in August: 22.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average UV index in August: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average cloud cover in August: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 90).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in August
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).
