August weather forecastQuebec city, Canada

Weather in August

Even though August ushers in the tail end of summer, it remains nearly as warm as July in Quebec City. Despite the impending return of cooler weather, vibrant summer activities continue to thrive. The cityscape remains impressively picturesque thanks to long daylight hours and temperatures fluctuating between 13°C (55.4°F) and 24°C (75.2°F). Residents and tourists alike cherish the dwindling warmth before autumn takes over.

Temperature

The onset of August in Quebec city brings with it an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. In August, Quebec city's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 13°C (55.4°F) during the night.

Rainfall

In Quebec city, in August, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 113mm (4.45") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Quebec city, there are 170 rainfall days, and 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Quebec city, with an average sea temperature of 14.1°C (57.4°F).
Note: Staying in 14.1°C (57.4°F) waters for just a few moments at 13°C (55.4°F) can be harrowing, and below 10°C (50°F) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In Quebec city, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of August in Quebec city, Canada, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.