August weather forecastCarson City, NV
August
Weather in August
August continues the full swing of summer weather, although subtle signs of the upcoming fall emerge toward the latter part of the month in Carson City. Despite slightly cooler than July, it remains predominantly hot, making it a fantastic time for activities at lakes and rivers. During this time, residents continue to relish long, sun-filled days and clear, starry nights. While the temperature decreases ever so slightly to an average high of 81.1°F (27.3°C), August remains a manifestation of summer’s glory. Pack sunscreen, as the UV index is typically high and the sun can be intense.Temperature
The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.1°F (27.3°C), subtly varied from July's 82.8°F (28.2°C). The nighttime average for Carson City in August plummets considerably from its daytime counterpart, resting at a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 31%, August is the least humid month.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically collects 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Carson City, snow does not fall in June through August.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.On the first day of August in Carson City, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:30 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In Carson City, the average sunshine in August is 12h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Carson City is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Carson City, NV
- Average high temperature in August: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 53.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Carson City, NV
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Carson City, NV
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Carson City, NV
- Average humidity in August: 31%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).
Average rainfall in August
Carson City, NV
- Average rainfall in August: 0.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").
Average rainfall days in August
Carson City, NV
- Average rainfall days in August: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Carson City, NV
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Carson City, NV
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Carson City, NV
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Carson City, NV
- Average sunshine days in August: 25.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15 days).
Average UV index in August
Carson City, NV
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Carson City, NV
- Average cloud cover in August: 7
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Carson City, NV
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
