August weather forecast
Hughes, AK

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Hughes, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

Hughes observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of August, falling from July's enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). Hughes's temperature in August lowers to a consistent average of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Hughes is 76%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Hughes. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 113.1 snowfall days, and 53.5" (1359mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 16h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 11:39 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 9:41 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Hughes is August, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Hughes, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during August leads to these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Hughes?

During August, Hughes experiences an average high-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and a low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Hughes?

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

What is the rainiest month in Hughes?

The month with the most rainfall in Hughes, Alaska, is August, when the rain falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Hughes?

In Hughes, in August, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Hughes?

August is the first month it typically snows in Hughes, Alaska. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hughes have in August?

In August, the average day length in Hughes, Alaska, is 16h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Hughes?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 11:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hughes, Alaska, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 9:41 pm AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Hughes?

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Hughes.

How many hours of sunshine does Hughes have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Hughes?

In Hughes, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Hughes, AK

Average temperature in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Hughes, AK

Average pressure in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.82"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Hughes, AK

Average wind speed in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Hughes, AK

Average humidity in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

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Average rainfall in August
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in August
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.54").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hughes, AK

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 4min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Hughes, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Hughes, AK

Average UV index in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 2

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, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Hughes, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Hughes, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in August
Hughes, AK

Average visibility in August - Hughes, 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 and April (2mi).

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