Calgary weather in August
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C, with around 10 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Calgary. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
11°C
Rainy days
10 days
Best months to visit
July, August
What to do in Calgary in August
Whatever the weather, Calgary rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Attend the Calgary Stampede with rodeos and chuckwagon races
Hike in the nearby Canadian Rocky Mountains
Visit the Glenbow Museum with world-class art
Kayak the Bow River through the city
Tour the Calgary Tower for panoramic views
Explore Prince's Island Park in the river
What to pack for August
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
-1C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
February
-2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
4C
Cold, with occasional showers.
April
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
May
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
June
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
July
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
August (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
September
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
October
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
November
3C
Cold, with occasional showers.
December
-3C
Cold, with occasional showers.
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