August weather forecast
Cedar Island, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Cedar Island, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low of 77.7°F (25.4°C).

Temperature

With August's arrival, Cedar Island notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Cedar Island sees a minor drop to an average minimum temperature of 77.7°F (25.4°C) during the night in the month of August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

May through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Cedar Island is August, when the rain falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cedar Island, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, in Cedar Island, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cedar Island. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Cedar Island during August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Cedar Island, records 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the low-temperature is 77.7°F (25.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Cedar Island?

The months with the highest humidity in Cedar Island are May through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in August in Cedar Island?

In Cedar Island, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Cedar Island?

The month with the most rainfall in Cedar Island, North Carolina, is August, when the rain falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Cedar Island?

In Cedar Island, North Carolina, during August, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cedar Island?

In Cedar Island, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

What is the average length of the day in August in Cedar Island?

The average day length in August in Cedar Island is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Cedar Island?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Cedar Island?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Cedar Island, North Carolina, is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Cedar Island?

The months with the highest UV index in Cedar Island are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in August in Cedar Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Cedar Island is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average temperature in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 77.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average pressure in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average wind speed in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average humidity in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average rainfall in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.84"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average snowfall in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average UV index in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Cedar Island, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Cedar Island, NC

Average visibility in August - Cedar Island, 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).

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