August weather forecast
Girdwood, AK

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Weather in August

August brings slightly cooler temperatures compared to July. Nonetheless, Girdwood's weather remains warm, with increased rain showers noted. A touch more cloud cover than July, combined with decreasing daylight hours, subtly heralds the approaching end of summer. The gradual transition towards the cooler and shorter days of September begins.

Temperature

August brings a marginal elevation to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) from July's 56.8°F (13.8°C) in Girdwood's average high-temperatures. Girdwood records a mean low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Girdwood, during August, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Girdwood, snow does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 15h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 10:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 9:04 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In August, in Girdwood, the average high-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Girdwood, in August, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through August are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in August?

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

How many hours of daylight does Girdwood have in August?

In August, the average day length is 15h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 10:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 9:04 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Girdwood have in August?

In Girdwood, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Girdwood, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Girdwood, AK

Average temperature in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Girdwood, AK

Average pressure in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Girdwood, AK

Average wind speed in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Girdwood, AK

Average humidity in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

Average rainfall in August
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in August
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Girdwood, AK

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Girdwood, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in August
Girdwood, AK

Average UV index in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 2

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

Average cloud cover in August
Girdwood, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in August
Girdwood, AK

Average visibility in August - Girdwood, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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