August weather forecastCape Carteret, NC
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Cape Carteret, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 85.1°F (29.5°C).Temperature
Cape Carteret marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 85.1°F (29.5°C), a subtle shift from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Throughout August nights, Cape Carteret registers an average low-temperature of 75.7°F (24.3°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, August is the most humid month.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Cape Carteret, North Carolina. Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Cape Carteret, snow does not fall in April through December.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 82.6°F (28.1°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Cape Carteret.Note: For swimming, diving, and similar activities, the water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are considered delightful, allowing for extended periods of enjoyment without discomfort.
Daylight
In Cape Carteret, North Carolina, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Cape Carteret, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average sea temperature in August: 82.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.7°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Cape Carteret, NC
- 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).
