August weather forecastOld Fort, NC
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Old Fort, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.4°F (28°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).Temperature
Welcoming August, Old Fort notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C), nearly consistent with July's 83.8°F (28.8°C). Old Fort's temperature in August declines substantially from daytime highs, settling at a consistent average of 60.4°F (15.8°C) during the nights.Heat index
During August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. 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 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Old Fort, during August, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Old Fort, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 28min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Old Fort is 10.4h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Old Fort, North Carolina. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Old Fort, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 3.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 2.28"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Old Fort, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Old Fort, NC
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October and December (5mi).
