August weather forecast
Northway, AK

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Northway, is another refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of August brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) in July to a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C). In Northway, the nighttime temperature averages to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) during August.

Humidity

In Northway, the average relative humidity in August is 64%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Northway, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.1 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Northway, the average length of the day in August is 16h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:48 am and sunset at 10:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:41 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Northway, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Northway, is 63.3°F (17.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity in Northway is 64%.

What is the rainiest month?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Northway. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Northway?

August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Northway, the average day length in August is 16h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:48 am and sunset at 10:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:41 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Northway, AK

Average temperature in August - Northway, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Northway, AK

Average pressure in August - Northway, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Northway, AK

Average wind speed in August - Northway, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (3.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Northway, AK

Average humidity in August - Northway, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

Average rainfall in August
Northway, AK

Average rainfall in August - Northway, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Northway, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Northway, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Northway, AK

Average snowfall in August - Northway, AK
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Northway, AK

Average snowfall days in August - Northway, AK
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Northway, AK
  • Average daylight in August: 16h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Northway, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Northway, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Northway, AK

Average UV index in August - Northway, AK
  • Average UV index in August: 3

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

Average cloud cover in August
Northway, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Northway, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Northway, AK

Average visibility in August - Northway, 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).

Northway, Alaska, USA

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