Downtown Whitehorse Weather Conditions
Current Temperature Level
Downtown Whitehorse Weather Conditions
Current Temperature Level
Last Updated: 2026-08-17 08:30 (Local Time)
Blowing Snow
Wind gusts of up to 46.4 km/h will cause blowing snow, reducing visibility and humidity will be around 75%.-4°C / -5°C
Sunrise
06:16 AM15hrs 35min
Sunset
09:51 PMAugustWeather Overview
No. of days:
Sunny
7
Cloudy
7
Rainy
9
Snowy
3
The monthly weather averages in Downtown Whitehorse consist of 7 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, 9 rainy days, and 3 snowy days.
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1.
Hamilton, Ontario
24 °C
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68%
4.9
22.7 kmph / NW
2.
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24 °C
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22.7 kmph / NW
3.
St Thomas, Ontario
23 °C
Light Drizzle
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26.3 kmph / NW
4.
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23 °C
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5.
London, Ontario
23 °C
Patchy rain nearby
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6.
St Catharines, Ontario
23 °C
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7.
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23 °C
Partly Cloudy
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21.2 kmph / NW
8.
Toronto, Ontario
23 °C
Partly Cloudy
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9.
Windsor, Ontario
23 °C
Patchy rain nearby
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31.7 kmph / NW
10.
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Last Updated: 17 Aug 2026, 04:03 PM
City Weather RankingsFAQs About Downtown Whitehorse Weather Conditions
1. What is the current temperature in Downtown Whitehorse today - 17 August 2026?
1. What is the current temperature in Downtown Whitehorse today - 17 August 2026?
The current temperature in Downtown Whitehorse is -5°C, with a feels-like temperature of -14°C. Today's forecast shows a high of -4°C and a low of -5°C, giving a 1 degree swing through the day as of 08:30 AM 17 August 2026.
2. What are the current weather parameters in Downtown Whitehorse today?
2. What are the current weather parameters in Downtown Whitehorse today?
Here is a complete overview of Downtown Whitehorse's current weather conditions as of 08:30 AM 17 August 2026: Condition : Blowing Snow Temperature : -5°C Freezing (Feels like -14°C) Humidity : 68% Wind Speed : 37.1 km/h from W (265 degrees), Gust 11.9 m/s UV Index : 0.2 (Low Air Pressure : 1003 mb Cloud Cover : 100% Visibility : 2 km Precipitation : 0.01 mm (31% chance of rain)
3. What is the 10-day weather forecast for Downtown Whitehorse from 08:30 AM 17 August 2026?
3. What is the 10-day weather forecast for Downtown Whitehorse from 08:30 AM 17 August 2026?
From 08:30 AM 17 August 2026, Downtown Whitehorse's 10-day forecast shows this trend: Today (Aug. 17) : Temp. -5°C, Hum. 75% and Blowing Snow condition. Tuesday (Aug. 18) : Temp. -1°C, Hum. 97% and Blizzard condition. Wednesday (Aug. 19) : Temp. -3°C, Hum. 91% and Blowing Snow condition. Thursday (Aug. 20) : Temp. 0°C, Hum. 96% and Blizzard condition. Friday (Aug. 21) : Temp. -7°C, Hum. 61% and Blizzard condition. Saturday (Aug. 22) : Temp. -5°C, Hum. 72% and Blizzard condition. Sunday (Aug. 23) : Temp. -6°C, Hum. 62% and Blowing Snow condition. Monday (Aug. 24) : Temp. -4°C, Hum. 77% and Overcast condition. Tuesday (Aug. 25) : Temp. 10°C, Hum. 77% and Rain Showers condition. Wednesday (Aug. 26) : Temp. 10°C, Hum. 73% and Rain Showers condition.
4. Will it rain in Downtown Whitehorse today?
4. Will it rain in Downtown Whitehorse today?
As of 08:30 AM 17 August 2026, yes — Downtown Whitehorse is currently experiencing rainfall with 0.01 mm of precipitation. This is expected to temporarily improve AQI by washing pollutants out of the atmosphere.
5. What is the monthly weather forecast for Downtown Whitehorse in August 2026?
5. What is the monthly weather forecast for Downtown Whitehorse in August 2026?
August 2026 in Downtown Whitehorse is forecast to have 7 sunny days, 9 rainy days, 7 cloudy days, and 3 snowy days. Temperatures for the month range from lows around -8°C to highs of 26°C.
6. How does the weather in Downtown Whitehorse affect air quality?
6. How does the weather in Downtown Whitehorse affect air quality?
Weather directly impacts air quality in Downtown Whitehorse. Calm winds, high humidity, fog, and high pressure trap pollutants near the ground, worsening AQI. Strong winds, rainfall, and low pressure help disperse them. Rising temperatures and UV levels intensify ozone and smog formation, while poor visibility signals elevated particulate matter. Monitoring weather alongside AQI gives the clearest picture of outdoor safety.



