August weather forecast
Ridgeway, AK

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Ridgeway, is another refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 63°F (17.2°C), marking a negligible difference from July's 65.1°F (18.4°C). The mean low-temperature during August nights in Ridgeway is a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

In Ridgeway, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ridgeway, during August, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through August are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 15h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 10:37 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 9:10 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Ridgeway, the average sunshine in August is 8.3h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in August translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ridgeway in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Ridgeway, is 63°F (17.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Ridgeway, in August, during 18.9 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through August are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in August?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeway have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 10:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ridgeway, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 9:10 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ridgeway, AK

Average temperature in August - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average high temperature in August: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Ridgeway, AK

Average pressure in August - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average pressure in August: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Ridgeway, AK

Average wind speed in August - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Ridgeway, AK

Average humidity in August - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in August
Ridgeway, AK

Average rainfall in August - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.1").

Average rainfall days in August
Ridgeway, AK

Average rainfall days in August - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Ridgeway, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Ridgeway, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ridgeway, 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: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ridgeway, AK

Average sunshine days in August - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Ridgeway, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Ridgeway, AK

Average cloud cover in August - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average cloud cover in August: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in August
Ridgeway, AK

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

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

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