Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
In August, Prudhoe Bay experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 51.4°F (10.8°C) in July to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Prudhoe Bay encounters an average temperature dip to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C) throughout August, subtly lower than its daytime maximum.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 83%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Prudhoe Bay are January through June, August through December. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Prudhoe Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.8 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 18h and 12min of daylight, August has the longest days of the year.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 3:22 am and sunset at 12:36 am. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 9:39 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
February through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in August translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in August?
What is the rainiest month?
How many days does it rain in August?
When does it start to snow?
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How many hours of daylight does Prudhoe Bay have in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Prudhoe Bay?
What month has the most sunshine?
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When is the lowest UV index in Prudhoe Bay?
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Average temperature in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average high temperature in August: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (51.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 38.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average pressure in August: 29.87"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average wind speed in August: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average rainfall in August: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and December (0.16").
Average rainfall days in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average snowfall in August: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.81").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average snowfall days in August: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average daylight in August: 18h and 1min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14 days).
Average UV index in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average UV index in August: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average cloud cover in August: 68
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and December (4mi).