August weather forecast
Victoria, Canada

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Weather in August

August encompasses the dog days of summer in Victoria, matching July's peak average temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F). This month is a haven for sun-lovers, with Victoria basking in the highest UV index of 5. Residents and tourists alike enjoy a host of outdoor activities, from Food & Wine festivals to brilliant theatrical performances in Beacon Hill Park. Despite the high temperatures, the coastal city benefits from an oceanic breeze. The month records minimal rainfall, adding to the merry summer experience.

Temperature

Temperatures in Victoria reach their maximum during July and August, recording an average high-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Humidity

In Victoria, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of rain.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Victoria, Canada.

Sea temperature

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 11.5°C (52.7°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Victoria.
Note: Caution: 11.5°C (52.7°F) temperatures below 10°C (50°F) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

In Victoria, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of August in Victoria, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:56 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in August transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Victoria?

Victoria's warmest season falls during July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

What are August temperatures in Victoria?

In August, in Victoria, the average high-temperature is 20.2°C (68.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 13.7°C (56.7°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Victoria?

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the driest month in Victoria?

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of rain.

How much does it rain in Victoria in August?

In Victoria, in August, during 2.3 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Victoria?

In Victoria, Canada, snow does not fall in April through October.

What are the months with the warmest sea water in Victoria?

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 11.5°C (52.7°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Victoria.

How cold is the water in August in Victoria?

In Victoria, Canada, in August, the average water temperature is 11.5°C (52.7°F). Swimming in 11.5°C (52.7°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Victoria have in August?

The average day length in August is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Victoria?

On the first day of August in Victoria, Canada, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:56 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Victoria have in August?

In Victoria, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Victoria?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Victoria, Canada, is 4. 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
Victoria, Canada

Average temperature in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average high temperature in August: 20.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Victoria, Canada

Average pressure in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average pressure in August: 1016.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Victoria, Canada

Average wind speed in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9km/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 August (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Victoria, Canada

Average humidity in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Victoria, Canada

Average rainfall in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (37mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Victoria, Canada

Average rainfall days in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (8.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Victoria, Canada

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Victoria, Canada

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Victoria, Canada

Average sea temperature in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in August: 11.5°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.3°C).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Victoria, Canada

Average sunshine days in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Victoria, Canada

Average UV index in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Victoria, Canada

Average cloud cover in August - Victoria, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in August: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in August
Victoria, Canada

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

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

Victoria, Canada

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