Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C), not significantly different from the 86.9°F (30.5°C) of July. Throughout the month of August, Sunset Beach reports a steady low-temperature average of 74.8°F (23.8°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 98.6°F (37°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Sunset Beach are May, June, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21 days and accumulates 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Sunset Beach.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Sunset Beach is 13h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of August, in Sunset Beach, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Sunset Beach is 10.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Sunset Beach are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 86.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 74.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 6.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").
Average rainfall days in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 21 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Sunset Beach, 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 February (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Sunset Beach, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Sunset Beach, 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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