Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Markham, Canada, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 15°C (59°F). Typically, the humidity level in Markham throughout August hovers around 72%.
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In August, Markham averages 76 mm (3.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 54 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 11 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 50% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Markham reaches a maximum of 8, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||