August weather forecast
Fort Richardson, AK

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderate month in Fort Richardson, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.5°F (15.3°C) and min 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Fort Richardson marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C), hardly different from July's 62.2°F (16.8°C). Throughout the nights in August, an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is noted.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Fort Richardson, in August, during 19.2 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fort Richardson, snow does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

In Fort Richardson, the average length of the day in August is 15h and 44min.
On the first day of August in Fort Richardson, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 10:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 9:07 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Fort Richardson is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in August leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Richardson in August?

Fort Richardson in August has an average high-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Fort Richardson?

The average relative humidity in August in Fort Richardson, Alaska, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Fort Richardson in August?

In Fort Richardson, in August, during 19.2 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fort Richardson?

June through August are months without snowfall in Fort Richardson.

Does it snow in Fort Richardson in August?

In Fort Richardson, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Richardson have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Fort Richardson?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 10:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Richardson, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 9:07 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Richardson have in August?

In Fort Richardson, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Fort Richardson?

In Fort Richardson, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average temperature in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average pressure in August - Fort Richardson, 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 (29.67"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average wind speed in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average humidity in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average rainfall in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average snowfall in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.7 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
Fort Richardson, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average UV index in August - Fort Richardson, 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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in August
Fort Richardson, AK

Average visibility in August - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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