Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Athabasca, Canada, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (60°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (84°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (40°F). Typically, the humidity level in Athabasca throughout August hovers around 78%.
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In August, Athabasca averages 67 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 47 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 21 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 43% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Athabasca reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||