August weather forecast
Tok, AK

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Weather in August

August experiences a slight decrease in temperature to 63.3°F (17.4°C), signaling the beginnings of a return to cooler conditions compared to July. Despite this, the weather remains largely sunny and dry, with less cloud coverage compared to the neighboring months. The extended daylight hours also start to recede, slowly winding back towards the shorter days typical in the higher latitudes. This is a picturesque time in Tok as the landscape begins to glimmer with hues of autumn.

Temperature

The transition into August involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) in July to an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C). In August, the average low-temperature is a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Tok is 64%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Tok is August, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. August is the first month it typically snows in Tok. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tok, there are 84.1 snowfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 16h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 10:26 pm. On the last day of August, in Tok, Alaska, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:46 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

In Tok, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Tok?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Tok, is 63.3°F (17.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Tok?

The average relative humidity in August in Tok is 64%.

What is the rainiest month in Tok?

The month with the most rainfall in Tok is August, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Tok?

In August, in Tok, Alaska, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Tok?

August is the first month it typically snows in Tok. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in August is 16h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Tok?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 10:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tok, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:46 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tok have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Tok is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Tok?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Tok is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Tok, AK

Average temperature in August - Tok, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Tok, AK

Average pressure in August - Tok, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Tok, AK

Average wind speed in August - Tok, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Tok, AK

Average humidity in August - Tok, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

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Average rainfall in August
Tok, AK

Average rainfall in August - Tok, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Tok, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Tok, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Tok, AK

Average snowfall in August - Tok, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Tok, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Tok, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Tok, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Tok, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Tok, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Tok, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Tok, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Tok, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in August
Tok, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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