August weather forecast
Toronto, Canada

Colorfully lit night city of Toronto, Canada, with a view of the Nathan Phillips Square, and a large Toronto sign
Colorfully lit night city of Toronto, Canada, with a view of the Nathan Phillips Square, and a large Toronto sign

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Toronto, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 18.4°C (65.1°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

In Toronto, the average high-temperature in August is relatively the same as in July - a still warm 24.5°C (76.1°F). In August, the average low-temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout August, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated. In Toronto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.8 days and collects up to 420mm (16.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 22.3°C (72.1°F) water. (FYI: The Olympic swimming competition requires a water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Toronto is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.6h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. 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. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in August in Toronto?

In Toronto, in August, the average high-temperature is 24.5°C (76.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F).

What is the least humid month in Toronto?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in Toronto?

In Toronto, Canada, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in Toronto in August?

In Toronto, in August, during 14.2 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Toronto?

May through October are months without snowfall.

When is the sea warmest in Toronto?

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

What is the water temperature in August in Toronto?

In Toronto, Canada, in August, the average water temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 22.3°C (72.1°F) water may be enjoyable.

How many hours of daylight does Toronto have in August?

In Toronto, the average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Toronto?

On the first day of August in Toronto, Canada, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Toronto?

In Toronto, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Toronto?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Toronto, Canada.

How high is the UV index in August in Toronto?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Toronto, Canada

Average temperature in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average high temperature in August: 24.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 18.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7°C).

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Average pressure in August
Toronto, Canada

Average pressure in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Toronto, Canada

Average wind speed in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average wind speed in August: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Toronto, Canada

Average humidity in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Toronto, Canada

Average rainfall in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average rainfall in August: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Toronto, Canada

Average rainfall days in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Toronto, Canada

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (57mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Toronto, Canada

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Toronto, Canada

Average sea temperature in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in August: 22.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (1.9°C).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Toronto, Canada

Average sunshine days in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Toronto, Canada

Average UV index in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Toronto, Canada

Average cloud cover in August - Toronto, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in August: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in August
Toronto, Canada

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (9km).

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