August weather forecast
Orca, AK

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another mild month in Orca, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 50°F (10°C) and max 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Orca records a slight change with August's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) from July's 58.6°F (14.8°C). Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Orca's August temperatures average at a cool 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 21 days. Throughout August, 6.65" (169mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.3 days and collects up to 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Orca, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Orca is 15h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 10:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:49 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6h.

UV index

In Orca, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during August leads to these advisories:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Orca in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Orca, is 57.7°F (14.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50°F (10°C).

What is the most humid month?

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Orca, in August, during 21 rainfall days, 6.65" (169mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Orca, the average day length in August is 15h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 10:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:49 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orca have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Orca, AK

Average temperature in August - Orca, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Orca, AK

Average pressure in August - Orca, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Orca, AK

Average wind speed in August - Orca, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Orca, AK

Average humidity in August - Orca, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Orca, AK

Average rainfall in August - Orca, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 6.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").

Average rainfall days in August
Orca, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Orca, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Orca, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Orca, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Orca, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Orca, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).

Average UV index in August
Orca, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Orca, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Orca, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in August
Orca, AK

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

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

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