August weather forecast
Metlakatla, AK

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another mild month in Metlakatla, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 54°F (12.2°C) and max 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

August is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 59.7°F (15.4°C) and as low as 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Metlakatla is August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout August, 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 227.1 rainfall days, and 90.98" (2311mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Metlakatla, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Metlakatla, with an average ocean temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 55.9°F (13.3°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Metlakatla is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Metlakatla?

With average high temperatures of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and lows of 54°F (12.2°C), August is the warmest month in Metlakatla.

What is the usual temperature for Metlakatla in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Metlakatla?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, August is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in August in Metlakatla?

The average relative humidity in August is 87%.

How much does it rain in Metlakatla in August?

In Metlakatla, Alaska, during August, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Metlakatla?

May through October are months without snowfall in Metlakatla, Alaska.

When is the ocean warmest in Metlakatla?

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the ocean temperature in August in Metlakatla?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Metlakatla is 55.9°F (13.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Metlakatla have in August?

In August, the average day length in Metlakatla, Alaska, is 14h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Metlakatla?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Metlakatla, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Metlakatla have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Metlakatla is 6.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Metlakatla?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Metlakatla?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average temperature in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average pressure in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average wind speed in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average humidity in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average rainfall in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 8.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (10.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.7").

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Average rainfall days in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Metlakatla, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average sea temperature in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average sea temperature in August: 55.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (42.5°F).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and August (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average UV index in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Metlakatla, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Metlakatla, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and September (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in August
Metlakatla, AK

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

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

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