August weather forecast
North Pole, AK

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A snow-covered road sign on the Santa Clause Lane in the North Pole, Alaska
A snow-covered road sign on the Santa Clause Lane in the North Pole, Alaska

Weather in August

As the calendar flips over to August, North Pole, Alaska experiences a subtle dip in temperature, signaling the onset of fall. The cool undertones become more prominent as the summer heat begins to fade away. Contrasting with the reduced warmth, August does see substantial rainfall, the highest in the year, amounting to 2.36in. Offering a stark contrast to the preceding month, August serves as a prelude to the fall season epitomized by September.

Temperature

The arrival of August in North Pole is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) in July to an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C). August nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In North Pole, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.9 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Pole, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 10:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 9:09 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.6h.

UV index

In North Pole, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in North Pole, is 64.4°F (18°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In North Pole, the average relative humidity in August is 70%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In North Pole, in August, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Pole have in August?

In August, the average day length is 16h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in North Pole, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 10:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 9:09 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In North Pole, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.6h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
North Pole, AK

Average temperature in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).

Average pressure in August
North Pole, AK

Average pressure in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
North Pole, AK

Average wind speed in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, October, November and December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
North Pole, AK

Average humidity in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (56%).

Average rainfall in August
North Pole, AK

Average rainfall in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in August
North Pole, AK

Average rainfall days in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
North Pole, AK

Average snowfall in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in August
North Pole, AK

Average snowfall days in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
North Pole, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
North Pole, AK

Average sunshine days in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.4 days).

Average UV index in August
North Pole, AK

Average UV index in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
North Pole, AK

Average cloud cover in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
North Pole, AK

Average visibility in August - North Pole, AK
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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