August weather forecast
Kotzebue, AK

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A winter day in Kotzebue Village, Alaska - the sunlit buildings and snow-peaked mountains afar
A winter day in Kotzebue Village, Alaska - the sunlit buildings and snow-peaked mountains afar

Weather in August

With near-identical high temperatures as July, August in Kotzebue showcases summer in full swing while the city also experiences the highest average rainfall at 1.85" (47mm). The occasional drizzle amidst warm temperatures brings a welcome and refreshing change. However, this combination results in higher humidity, making the air feel slightly heavier. Despite this, it's one of the most favorable times for outdoor activities such as hiking or fishing.

Temperature

The arrival of August in Kotzebue sees an average high-temperature of a still cool 54.5°F (12.5°C), hardly diverging from July's 54.9°F (12.7°C). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Kotzebue notes an average low temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) in 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 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through August are months without snowfall in Kotzebue.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Kotzebue.
Note: Navigating the 54.1°F (12.3°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

In Kotzebue, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 58min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 12:24 am. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in August leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kotzebue in August?

August temperatures in Kotzebue vary between a high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Kotzebue?

In August, the average relative humidity in Kotzebue is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Kotzebue?

The month with the most rainfall in Kotzebue, Alaska, is August, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Kotzebue?

In August, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout August, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kotzebue?

In Kotzebue, Alaska, snow does not fall in June through August.

Does it snow in Kotzebue in August?

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

When is the ocean warmest in Kotzebue?

With an average ocean temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Kotzebue, Alaska.

What is the ocean temperature in August in Kotzebue?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Kotzebue is 54.1°F (12.3°C). Swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Kotzebue have in August?

In Kotzebue, Alaska, the average day length in August is 16h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Kotzebue?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 12:24 am. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Kotzebue?

The month with the most sunshine in Kotzebue, Alaska, is August, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Kotzebue?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Kotzebue is 7.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Kotzebue?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index in Kotzebue, Alaska.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Kotzebue?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Kotzebue, Alaska, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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August
Sep
Average high temperature
54.9°F 12.7°C
54.5°F 12.5°C
46.6°F 8.1°C
Average low temperature
48°F 8.9°C
48.4°F 9.1°C
40.8°F 4.9°C
Average pressure
29.87" 759mmHg
29.81" 757mmHg
29.77" 756mmHg
Average wind speed
9mph 14.5km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.8mph 15.8km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
11.6mph 18.7km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.9mph 25.6km/h
15.7mph 25.3km/h
17.2mph 27.7km/h
Average humidity
78%
78%
75%
Average rainfall
1.65" 42mm
1.85" 47mm
1.22" 31mm
Average rainfall days
13.8
15.2
11.1
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
0.35" 9mm
Average snowfall days
0
0.1
2.7
Average sea temperature
52.3°F 11.3°C
54.2°F 12.3°C
46.6°F 8.1°C
Average daylight
14h 5min
17h 0min
13h 1min
Average sunshine
2h 0min
7h 5min
6h 1min
Average sunshine days
14.8
13
16.2
Average UV index
3
3
2
Average cloud cover
50%
55%
51%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average temperature in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average pressure in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.81"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.77"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average wind speed in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average humidity in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average rainfall in August - Kotzebue, 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 June (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average snowfall in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average sea temperature in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average sea temperature in August: 54.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is December (29.4°F).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 17h and 0min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average UV index in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in August
Kotzebue, AK

Average visibility in August - Kotzebue, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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