August weather forecast
Dana, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Dana, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 84.2°F (29°C) and an average low of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

Dana's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still warm 84.2°F (29°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Dana's nights during August are marked by a pronounced drop from daytime temperatures, experiencing an average low of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Dana, in August, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.9 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dana, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dana, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dana, North Carolina, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Dana?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 84.2°F (29°C) and a low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Dana?

In Dana, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Dana?

In Dana, North Carolina, during August, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dana?

In Dana, snow does not fall in May through October.

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

In Dana, the average day length in August is 13h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Dana?

On the first day of August in Dana, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Dana?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Dana?

The months with the highest UV index in Dana are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Dana?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Dana, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Dana, NC

Average temperature in August - Dana, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°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 (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Dana, NC

Average pressure in August - Dana, NC
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Dana, NC

Average wind speed in August - Dana, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 3.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Dana, NC

Average humidity in August - Dana, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Dana, NC

Average rainfall in August - Dana, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in August
Dana, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Dana, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Dana, NC

Average snowfall in August - Dana, NC
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Dana, NC

Average snowfall days in August - Dana, NC
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dana, NC

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dana, 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 2min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Dana, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Dana, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Dana, NC

Average UV index in August - Dana, NC
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Dana, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Dana, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in August
Dana, NC

Average visibility in August - Dana, NC
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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