August weather forecast
Pangnirtung, Canada

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Pangnirtung, is another chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3.6°C (38.5°F) and an average high of 7.8°C (46°F).

Temperature

Pangnirtung's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still chilly 7.8°C (46°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 8.4°C (47.1°F). An average temperature of 3.6°C (38.5°F) is logged during the nights of August in Pangnirtung, a small step down from daytime highs.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Pangnirtung. In Pangnirtung, during August, snow falls for 0.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, in Pangnirtung, Canada, there are 133.9 snowfall days, and 1029mm (40.51") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Pangnirtung, Canada, in August, the average water temperature is 1.5°C (34.7°F).
Note: In the practice of swimming, this situation poses immediate risks to life. Losing control over breathing is immediate, thereby making clear thinking near impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to restrict thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 16h and 47min.
On the first day of August in Pangnirtung, sunrise is at 3:10 am and sunset at 9:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Pangnirtung is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March, May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Pangnirtung?
An average high-temperature, in August, in Pangnirtung, is 7.8°C (46°F) and the average low-temperature is 3.6°C (38.5°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Pangnirtung?
In Pangnirtung, Canada, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.
What is the wettest month in Pangnirtung?
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Pangnirtung in August?
In Pangnirtung, Canada, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in August in Pangnirtung?
In August, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout August, 3mm (0.12") of snow is accumulated.
What is the water temperature in August in Pangnirtung?
In Pangnirtung, Canada, the average seawater temperature in August is 1.5°C (34.7°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.
What is the average length of the day in August in Pangnirtung?
In August, the average day length in Pangnirtung, Canada, is 16h and 47min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Pangnirtung?
On the first day of August in Pangnirtung, sunrise is at 3:10 am and sunset at 9:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Pangnirtung have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Pangnirtung, Canada, is 8.9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Pangnirtung?
March, May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index in Pangnirtung.
How high is the UV index in August in Pangnirtung?
In Pangnirtung, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average temperature in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average high temperature in August: 7.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 3.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (3.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-28.6°C).

Average pressure in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average pressure in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average pressure in August: 1009.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1006.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average wind speed in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average humidity in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average rainfall in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average rainfall in August: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average rainfall days in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).

Average snowfall in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average snowfall in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average snowfall in August: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (216mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (2mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average snowfall days in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

Average sea temperature in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average sea temperature in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in August: 1.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (2.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (-1.8°C).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 5min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average sunshine days in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average UV index in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The months with the highest UV index are March, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, September, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average cloud cover in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in August: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in August - Pangnirtung, Canada
Average visibility in August
Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (6km).

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