August weather forecast
Eagle River, AK

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Weather in August

With brief rainfall and continuing high temperatures, August persists with July's weather pattern. A slight drop in maximum temperature and an increase in rainfall to 1.73" (44mm) make for the wettest month of the year. Eagle River resounds with the sound of rain spattering against the leaves. The humidity levels rise, saturating the city with a distinct, refreshing scent after rainfall. As August progresses towards its end, it prepares for the commencement of the fall season in September.

Temperature

At the onset of August, Eagle River records an average high-temperature of a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C), showing little deviation from the preceding month. During August, Eagle River's temperature averages to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) at night.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Eagle River is 76%.

Rainfall

In Eagle River, Alaska, in August, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Eagle River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147 days and collects up to 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through August are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Eagle River is 15h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 10:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 9:06 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Eagle River is 10.2h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during August translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Eagle River?

The high-temperature in Eagle River during August is 60.3°F (15.7°C) and the low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Eagle River?

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

How much does it rain in Eagle River in August?

In August, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout August, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Eagle River?

In Eagle River, snow does not fall in June through August.

Does it snow in Eagle River in August?

In Eagle River, Alaska, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in August in Eagle River?

In August, the average day length in Eagle River is 15h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Eagle River?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 10:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 9:06 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Eagle River have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Eagle River, Alaska, is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Eagle River?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Eagle River, Alaska, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Eagle River, AK

Average temperature in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Eagle River, AK

Average pressure in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.69"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Eagle River, AK

Average wind speed in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in August
Eagle River, AK

Average humidity in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

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Average rainfall in August
Eagle River, AK

Average rainfall in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in August
Eagle River, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Eagle River, AK

Average snowfall in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Eagle River, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Eagle River, AK

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Eagle River, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Eagle River, AK

Average UV index in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Eagle River, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are April, August and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in August
Eagle River, AK

Average visibility in August - Eagle River, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4mi).

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