August weather forecast
Canton, MN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Canton, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.6°F (24.8°C), almost identical to the preceding month. During August nights, Canton records an average temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Canton, in August, during 15.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Canton, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Canton, Minnesota, is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Canton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In August, in Canton, the average high-temperature is 76.6°F (24.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Canton, in August, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Canton, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Canton have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in August in Canton?

In Canton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Canton, MN

Average temperature in August - Canton, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in August
Canton, MN

Average pressure in August - Canton, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Canton, MN

Average wind speed in August - Canton, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Canton, MN

Average humidity in August - Canton, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Canton, MN

Average rainfall in August - Canton, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in August
Canton, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Canton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Canton, MN

Average snowfall in August - Canton, MN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Canton, MN

Average snowfall days in August - Canton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Canton, MN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Canton, MN
  • 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Canton, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Canton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Canton, MN

Average UV index in August - Canton, MN
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Canton, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Canton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Canton, MN

Average visibility in August - Canton, MN
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).

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