August weather forecast
Cape Nome, AK

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Cape Nome, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees an average high-temperature of a still cool 54°F (12.2°C), hardly diverging from July's 54.3°F (12.4°C). A consistent nighttime average temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is maintained during August.

Humidity

In Cape Nome, Alaska, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through August are months without snowfall in Cape Nome.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Cape Nome is 16h and 20min.
On the first day of August in Cape Nome, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 12:04 am. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Cape Nome?

The high-temperature, in August, in Cape Nome, records 54°F (12.2°C), while the low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Cape Nome?

In August, the average relative humidity in Cape Nome is 82%.

What is the wettest month in Cape Nome?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cape Nome in August?

In Cape Nome, Alaska, in August, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cape Nome?

June through August are months without snowfall in Cape Nome.

Does it snow in Cape Nome in August?

In Cape Nome, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in August in Cape Nome?

In August, the average day length in Cape Nome is 16h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Cape Nome?

On the first day of August in Cape Nome, Alaska, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 12:04 am. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape Nome have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Cape Nome is 7.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Cape Nome?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in August in Cape Nome?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Cape Nome is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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Average pressure in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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Average wind speed in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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Average humidity in August
Cape Nome, AK

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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Cape Nome, AK

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").

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Average rainfall days in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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Average snowfall in August
Cape Nome, AK

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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 2min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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Average UV index in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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Average visibility in August
Cape Nome, AK

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).

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