August weather forecast
Shaniko, OR

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Shaniko, Oregon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 81.7°F (27.6°C).

Temperature

With August's advent, Shaniko sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C), subtly shifted from July's 82°F (27.8°C). August nights show a substantial disparity from the daytime peak with an average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Shaniko are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 48%.

Rainfall

In August, in Shaniko, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout August, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shaniko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 11.38" (289mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Shaniko, snow does not fall in June through August and October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of August in Shaniko, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:41 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.9h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shaniko in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Shaniko, records 81.7°F (27.6°C), while the low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What are the least humid months in Shaniko?

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 48%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in Shaniko?

The average relative humidity in August in Shaniko is 48%.

How many days does it rain in August in Shaniko?

In Shaniko, Oregon, in August, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shaniko?

In Shaniko, snow does not fall in June through August and October.

Does it snow in Shaniko in August?

In Shaniko, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

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

In August, the average day length in Shaniko, Oregon, is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Shaniko?

On the first day of August in Shaniko, Oregon, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:41 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Shaniko?

The average sunshine duration in August in Shaniko, Oregon, is 11.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Shaniko?

In Shaniko, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Shaniko, OR

Average temperature in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average high temperature in August: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Shaniko, OR

Average pressure in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Shaniko, OR

Average wind speed in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Shaniko, OR

Average humidity in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average humidity in August: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (48%).

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Average rainfall in August
Shaniko, OR

Average rainfall in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in August
Shaniko, OR

Average rainfall days in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Shaniko, OR

Average snowfall in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Shaniko, OR

Average snowfall days in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shaniko, OR

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Shaniko, OR

Average sunshine days in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Shaniko, OR

Average UV index in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Shaniko, OR

Average cloud cover in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average cloud cover in August: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in August
Shaniko, OR

Average visibility in August - Shaniko, OR
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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