August weather forecast
Dot Lake, AK

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also an enjoyable month in Dot Lake, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.4°F (18°C) and min 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The start of August comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) in July to a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) during August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Dot Lake is 64%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Dot Lake, Alaska. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Dot Lake, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.2 days and aggregates up to 18.66" (474mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 16h and 11min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 10:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:52 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in August leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

Dot Lake in August has an average high-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Dot Lake, the average relative humidity in August is 64%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Dot Lake, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Dot Lake, Alaska, the average day length in August is 16h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 10:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:52 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Dot Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average temperature in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average pressure in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average wind speed in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average humidity in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (51%).

Average rainfall in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and October (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average UV index in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Dot Lake, AK

Average visibility in August - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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