August weather forecast
Orca, AK

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another mild month in Orca, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50°F (10°C) and an average high of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Orca, Alaska, records an average high-temperature of a still moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 58.6°F (14.8°C). Orca's average nighttime temperature in August modestly descends to a cool 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, August is the most humid month in Orca.

Rainfall

In Orca, in August, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 6.65" (169mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.3 rainfall days, and 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Orca, Alaska, is 15h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Orca, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 10:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:49 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6h.

UV index

In Orca, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in August translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Orca in August?

August temperatures in Orca, Alaska, vary between a high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and a low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

What is the most humid month in Orca?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, August is the most humid month in Orca, Alaska.

What is the average humidity in August in Orca?

In August, the average relative humidity in Orca is 84%.

How many days does it rain in August in Orca?

In August, in Orca, the rain falls for 21 days. Throughout August, 6.65" (169mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Orca?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Orca?

The average day length in August in Orca is 15h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Orca?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 10:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orca, Alaska, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:49 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Orca?

The average sunshine duration in August in Orca, Alaska, is 6h.

How high is the UV index in August in Orca?

In Orca, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Orca, AK

Average temperature in August - Orca, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in August
Orca, AK

Average pressure in August - Orca, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Orca, AK

Average wind speed in August - Orca, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Orca, AK

Average humidity in August - Orca, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Orca, AK

Average rainfall in August - Orca, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 6.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").

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Average rainfall days in August
Orca, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Orca, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Orca, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Orca, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Orca, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Orca, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Orca, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Orca, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Orca, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Orca, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in August
Orca, AK

Average visibility in August - Orca, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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

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