August weather forecastGalena, AK
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another mild month in Galena, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 45°F (7.2°C) and max 60.4°F (15.8°C).Temperature
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from July's comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C) to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). Galena encounters a steady low-temperature average of 45°F (7.2°C) throughout the month of August.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Galena, Alaska, snow does not fall in June through August.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 16h and 24min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 11:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 9:47 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In Galena, the average sunshine in August is 7.3h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Galena, AK
- Average high temperature in August: 60.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 45°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Galena, AK
- Average pressure in August: 29.83"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.93"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.76"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Galena, AK
- Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Galena, AK
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (59%).
Average rainfall in August
Galena, AK
- Average rainfall in August: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Galena, AK
- Average rainfall days in August: 19 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Galena, AK
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Galena, AK
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Galena, AK
- Average daylight in August: 16h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Galena, AK
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Galena, AK
- Average UV index in August: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Galena, AK
- Average cloud cover in August: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in August
Galena, AK
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (2mi).
