August weather forecast
Cape Nome, AK

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another cool month in Cape Nome, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into August notes an average high-temperature of a still cool 54°F (12.2°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 54.3°F (12.4°C) in July. Cape Nome experiences an average nighttime temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) in August, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

In Cape Nome, Alaska, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cape Nome, snow does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 16h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 12:04 am. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Cape Nome, is 54°F (12.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Cape Nome?

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the wettest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Cape Nome, in August, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through August are months without snowfall in Cape Nome.

Does it snow in August?

In Cape Nome, Alaska, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 16h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Cape Nome?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 12:04 am. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average temperature in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 48.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average pressure in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.82"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average wind speed in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).

Average humidity in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average humidity in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average rainfall in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average snowfall in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average UV index in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in August
Cape Nome, AK

Average visibility in August - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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