August weather forecast
Sharpsburg, NC

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Sharpsburg, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 69.4°F (20.8°C) and max 86.2°F (30.1°C).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in August for Sharpsburg is a still tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. Sharpsburg experiences an average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) in month of August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In Sharpsburg, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Sharpsburg, North Carolina. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Sharpsburg, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

In Sharpsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Sharpsburg?

The high-temperature, in August, in Sharpsburg, records 86.2°F (30.1°C), while the low-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Sharpsburg?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Sharpsburg?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Sharpsburg, North Carolina. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sharpsburg in August?

In Sharpsburg, North Carolina, in August, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sharpsburg?

April through October are months without snowfall in Sharpsburg.

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

In August, the average day length in Sharpsburg is 13h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Sharpsburg?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Sharpsburg?

In Sharpsburg, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Sharpsburg?

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

Average temperature in August - Sharpsburg, NC
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Sharpsburg, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Sharpsburg, NC

Average wind speed in August - Sharpsburg, NC
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Sharpsburg, NC

Average humidity in August - Sharpsburg, NC
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Sharpsburg, NC

Average rainfall in August - Sharpsburg, NC
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in August
Sharpsburg, NC

Average rainfall days in August - Sharpsburg, NC
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Sharpsburg, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Sharpsburg, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sharpsburg, NC
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Sharpsburg, NC

Average sunshine days in August - Sharpsburg, NC
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Sharpsburg, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Sharpsburg, NC

Average cloud cover in August - Sharpsburg, NC
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Sharpsburg, NC

Average visibility in August - Sharpsburg, 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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