August weather forecastCape Nome, AK
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another cool month in Cape Nome, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 54°F (12.2°C).Temperature
The transition into August notes an average high-temperature of a still cool 54°F (12.2°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 54.3°F (12.4°C) in July. Cape Nome experiences an average nighttime temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) in August, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.Humidity
In Cape Nome, Alaska, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Cape Nome, snow does not fall in June through August.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 16h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 12:04 am. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 7.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average high temperature in August: 54°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 48.7°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average pressure in August: 29.82"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average wind speed in August: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).
Average humidity in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").
Average rainfall days in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average daylight in August: 16h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average UV index in August: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average cloud cover in August: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in August
Cape Nome, AK
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).
