Edmonton · August
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 72°F, dipping to 54°F at night. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
72° / 54°F
Humidity
71%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
11 mph
What August feels like in Edmonton
Sunrise
06:15
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:59
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Edmonton in August
The kit for August in Edmonton: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
-1° avg high
-5 rain days
Edmonton in July →
August
72°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs September
+10° avg high
+1 rain days
Edmonton in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Edmonton in August?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Edmonton in August?+
Average high 72°F, average low 54°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Edmonton?+
Compared to July (avg high 73°F), August is cooler. Compared to September (avg high 62°F), August is warmer.
Does it rain often in Edmonton in August?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in August, on average.