August weather forecast
Kivalina, AK

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another cool month in Kivalina, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.7°F (7.6°C) and max 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August coincides with an average high-temperature of a still fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C), indicating a minimal shift from July's 54.9°F (12.7°C). August's average low temperature is a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.

Humidity

In Kivalina, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are July and August, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Kivalina, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.6 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kivalina, the average length of the day in August is 17h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 12:44 am. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 10:30 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during August translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The high-temperature during August is 53.2°F (11.8°C) and the low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are July and August, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Kivalina, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kivalina have in August?

In Kivalina, the average day length in August is 17h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 12:44 am. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 10:30 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 7h.

How high is the UV index in August in Kivalina?

In Kivalina, 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
Kivalina, AK

Average temperature in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-3.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Kivalina, AK

Average pressure in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.81"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.97"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Kivalina, AK

Average wind speed in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Kivalina, AK

Average humidity in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Kivalina, AK

Average rainfall in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in August
Kivalina, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Kivalina, AK

Average snowfall in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.72").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Kivalina, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 17h and 1min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kivalina, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Kivalina, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in August
Kivalina, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August
Kivalina, AK

Average visibility in August - Kivalina, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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