August weather forecast
Wrangell, AK

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A stunning view of Wrangell within St Elias National Park in Alaska, featuring a landscape of water, fields, and distant snowy mountains
A stunning view of Wrangell within St Elias National Park in Alaska, featuring a landscape of water, fields, and distant snowy mountains

Weather in August

August registers the highest sea temperature of 54.8°F (12.7°C), making it a prime month for beach activities. However, temperatures on land start to pull back from their peak in July. The retreat of summer is signaled by shorter days and rainier weather. Despite the weather starting to cool, the landscape remains an inviting vista of greenery.

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Wrangell's average high-temperature at the onset of August, reaching a still mild 59°F (15°C) from July's 59.7°F (15.4°C). In Wrangell, August nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Wrangell, in August, during 17.7 rainfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wrangell, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.9 days and collects up to 53.03" (1347mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wrangell, snow does not fall in June through September.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).
Note: In 54.7°F (12.6°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Wrangell, Alaska, is 15h and 3min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:46 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Wrangell, the average sunshine in August is 6.9h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Wrangell. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in August translates into these instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Wrangell in August?

Wrangell in August has an average high-temperature of 59°F (15°C) and an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

What is the most humid month in Wrangell?

The months with the highest humidity are January and August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in August in Wrangell?

The average relative humidity in August in Wrangell is 86%.

How much does it rain in Wrangell in August?

In Wrangell, in August, during 17.7 rainfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wrangell?

June through September are months without snowfall in Wrangell.

What is the month with the warmest ocean in Wrangell?

The month with the warmest seawater in Wrangell is August, with an average ocean temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

How cold is the water in August in Wrangell?

In Wrangell, the average seawater temperature in August is 54.7°F (12.6°C). Swimming in 54.7°F (12.6°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Wrangell have in August?

In August, the average day length in Wrangell, Alaska, is 15h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Wrangell?

On the first day of August in Wrangell, Alaska, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:46 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Wrangell?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Wrangell?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Wrangell?

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

Average temperature in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Wrangell, AK

Average pressure in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Wrangell, AK

Average wind speed in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Wrangell, AK

Average humidity in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (81%).

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Average rainfall in August
Wrangell, AK

Average rainfall in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 5.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in August
Wrangell, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Wrangell, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (13.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Wrangell, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Wrangell, AK

Average sea temperature in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average sea temperature in August: 54.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (41.5°F).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Wrangell, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Wrangell, AK

Average UV index in August - Wrangell, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Wrangell, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Wrangell, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in August
Wrangell, AK

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

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

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