August weather forecastFort Yukon, AK
August
Weather in August
August serves as the final act of summer in Fort Yukon, with temperatures beginning to untwist from 74.3°F (23.5°C) to 65.8°F (18.8°C). There is a notable reduction in daylight hours and an increase in cloud coverage, which results in shorter periods of sunshine. It also marks the month with the highest rainfall level, with precipitation amounting to 1.18" (30mm). This juicy season allows natural life to peak in terms of lushness and vitality before preparing for the impending fall.Temperature
The transition into August involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in July to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Fort Yukon, during the nights of August, experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 63%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Fort Yukon, Alaska, snow does not fall in June through August.Daylight
In Fort Yukon, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 52min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:23 am and sunset at 11:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 9:07 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Fort Yukon is 10h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during August translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average high temperature in August: 65.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 48°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18°F).
Average pressure in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average pressure in August: 29.81"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.79"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, February and December (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average humidity in August: 63%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).
Average rainfall in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average rainfall in August: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average daylight in August: 16h and 54min
The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Fort Yukon, 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 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average cloud cover in August: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (2mi).
