August weather forecastWaynesville, NC
August
Weather in August
August in Waynesville continues to sizzle, with temperatures barely dipping from the July peak. A unique feature of August is the moderately high rainfall of 3.74" (95mm), injecting an occasional respite from the relentless summers. The onset of late summer brings with it a certain allure, especially in the hazy afternoons. Despite scorching days, cool evenings provide a necessary reprieve.Temperature
Waynesville marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C), hardly different from July's 78.8°F (26°C). August nights experience a distinct temperature drop from the daily highs, with an average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Waynesville are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout August, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Waynesville, there are 196.9 rainfall days, and 43.43" (1103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Waynesville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.On the first day of August in Waynesville, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Waynesville is 8.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 78.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 56.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average pressure in August: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 3.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.74"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).
Average snowfall in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Waynesville, 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: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (6.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in August
Waynesville, NC
- Average visibility in August: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (4mi).
