August weather forecast
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a frosty month in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

In Prudhoe Bay, the average high-temperature in August is essentially the same as in July - a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). In August, in Prudhoe Bay, the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Prudhoe Bay is August, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Prudhoe Bay. August is the first month it typically snows in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. 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

The month with the longest days is August, with an average of 18h and 13min of daylight.
On the first day of August in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, sunrise is at 3:15 am and sunset at 12:43 am. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 9:43 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prudhoe Bay are February through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in August transform into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in August in Prudhoe Bay?

In August, the average high-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Prudhoe Bay?

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

What is the wettest month in Prudhoe Bay?

The month with the most rainfall in Prudhoe Bay is August, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Prudhoe Bay in August?

In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, in August, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Prudhoe Bay?

August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

When are the longest days in Prudhoe Bay?

August has the longest days of the year in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, with an average of 18h and 13min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in August in Prudhoe Bay?

The average day length in August in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, is 18h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Prudhoe Bay?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 3:15 am and sunset at 12:43 am. On the last day of the month, in Prudhoe Bay, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 9:43 pm AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Prudhoe Bay?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Prudhoe Bay?

In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Prudhoe Bay?

The months with the lowest UV index in Prudhoe Bay are February through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Prudhoe Bay?

In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average pressure in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average wind speed in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average humidity in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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").

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Average rainfall days in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average snowfall in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average UV index in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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Average visibility in August
Prudhoe Bay, AK

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).

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